Sorattur
Sorattur is a village located in Gingee taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Viluppuram and Gingee are the district & sub-district headquarters of Sorattur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Sorathur is the gram panchayat of Sorattur village.
Here you can discover what makes Sorattur unique in its vibrant Gingee-Viluppuram region. You’ll see Sorattur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sorattur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sorattur is 632465. The village spans a total geographical area of 558.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 604205. Gingee is nearest town to Sorattur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Sorattur
Population of Sorattur
According to the 2011 Census, Sorattur has a total population of about 1,693, with approximately 860 males and 833 females. The sex ratio is around 968 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 223 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 921 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.80%, with male literacy at about 71.28% and female literacy near 58.10%. There are around 351 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sorattur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,693 | 860 | 833 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 223 | 122 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 921 | 464 | 457 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,097 | 613 | 484 |
| Illiterate Population | 596 | 247 | 349 |
Connectivity of Sorattur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sorattur. As per the 2011 stats, Sorattur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 27 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sorattur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sorattur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sorattur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sorattur
- Where is Sorattur located?
- Sorattur village is situated in Gingee Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sorattur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sorattur is Sorathur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sorattur?
- The pincode of Sorattur is 604205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sorattur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sorattur is 1,693, with 860 males and 833 females.
- How many households are there in Sorattur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sorattur village has a total of 351 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sorattur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sorattur is 64.80%. The male literacy rate is 71.28%, while the female literacy rate is 58.10%.