Sorag - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Sorag is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Soorag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sorag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sorag is 050520. The village covers a total geographical area of 500.48 hectares and falls under the 263632 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Sorag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sorag
According to the 2011 Census, Sorag village had a total population of 959 people, including 490 males and 469 females, living in 181 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.51%, with male literacy at 88.22% and female literacy at 70.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 137.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 959 | 490 | 469 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 74 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 137 | 79 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 644 | 367 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 315 | 123 | 192 |
Nearby Villages of Sorag
Sorag is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sorag
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sorag.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Sorag is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sorag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sorag village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sorag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sorag village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sorag
Where is Sorag located?
Sorag village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sorag?
The Gram Panchayat of Sorag is Soorag.
What is the pincode of Sorag?
The pincode of Sorag is 263632.
What is the population of Sorag?
Sorag had a total population of 959, including 490 males and 469 females.
How many households are there in Sorag?
Sorag had 181 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sorag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sorag was 79.51%. Male literacy was 88.22% and female literacy was 70.30%.