Sorna
Sorna is a village located in Vikasnagar tehsil of Dehradun district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Vikasnagar (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Dehradun. As per 2009 stats, Sorna village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sorna unique in its vibrant Vikasnagar-Dehradun region. You’ll see Sorna’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 Sorna
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sorna is 045011. The village spans a total geographical area of 1154.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 248197. Vikasnagar is nearest town to Sorna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sorna village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sahaspur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sorna
Population of Sorna
According to the 2011 Census, Sorna has a total population of about 2,116, with approximately 1,083 males and 1,033 females. The sex ratio is around 953 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 252 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 402 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 210. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.99%, with male literacy at about 82.27% and female literacy near 69.41%. There are around 393 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sorna's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,116 | 1,083 | 1,033 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 117 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 402 | 206 | 196 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 210 | 114 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 1,608 | 891 | 717 |
| Illiterate Population | 508 | 192 | 316 |
Connectivity of Sorna
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sorna. As per the 2011 stats, Sorna had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sorna
Knowing the nearby villages of Sorna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sorna.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sorna
- Where is Sorna located?
- Sorna village is situated in Vikasnagar Tehsil, within the Dehradun district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sorna?
- Sorna serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sorna?
- The pincode of Sorna is 248197, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sorna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sorna is 2,116, with 1,083 males and 1,033 females.
- How many households are there in Sorna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sorna village has a total of 393 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sorna as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sorna is 75.99%. The male literacy rate is 82.27%, while the female literacy rate is 69.41%.