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Village code 51691
Sorei Village, Bhikiyasain Tehsil: Map, PIN Code and Population
Sorei is a village in Bhikiyasain Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Almora district, Uttarakhand. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.
Data last reviewed: 28 April 2026. Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed.
Village Overview
Sorei is a village in Bhikiyasain Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Almora district, Uttarakhand. For Sorei, the population is 344, PIN code is 263680 and Census village code is 51691. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.
Source year
Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities
Important note
Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.
Google Map of Sorei Village
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Quick Facts
| Village code | 51691 |
|---|---|
| PIN code | 263680 |
| Population | 344 |
| Households | 82 |
| Area | 164.50 ha / 1.65 sq. km / 406 acres |
| Population density | 209 people per sq. km |
| Sex ratio | 1263 females per 1,000 males |
| Nearest town | Ranikhet (50 km) |
| Current state | Uttarakhand |
| Census 2011 state | Uttarakhand |
| Current district | Almora |
| Census 2011 district | Almora |
Postal and PIN Code Details
The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 263680. This helps users verify the postal area for Sorei, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.
| PIN code | 263680 |
|---|---|
| Post offices linked with this PIN | Chaunallia SO, Basot BO, Kotagiwai BO, Pali BO, Pantgaon BO, and Seem BO |
| Best matching post office | Chaunallia SO (Post office) |
| Delivery office records | 8 |
| Postal district | Almora |
| Postal state | Uttarakhand |
| Postal division | Almora Division |
| Postal circle | Uttarakhand Circle |
| Source | India Post Postal Index Number code reference data |
Location and Administration
Sorei comes under Sorei gram panchayat and Bhikiyasain C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Bhikiyasain Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The tehsil headquarters is Bhikiyasain at 14 km. The Census district headquarters, Almora, is 108 km away.
| Current state | Uttarakhand |
|---|---|
| Census 2011 state | Uttarakhand |
| Current district | Almora |
| Census 2011 district | Almora |
| State code | 5 |
| District code | 64 |
| Tehsil / Census sub-district code | 325 |
| C.D. Block code | 62 |
| Block panchayat code | 62 |
Population Profile
The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Sorei village and its household count.
Total population
344 residents in 82 households
Male population
152
Female population
192
SC/ST population
Scheduled Castes: 123; Scheduled Tribes: Not reported
SC male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
ST male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
Schools and Education
This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.
Government pre-primary school
Not available in village
Private pre-primary school
Not available in village
Government primary school
Available; count: 2
Private primary school
Not available in village
Middle school
Not available in village
Secondary school
Not available in village
Senior secondary school
Not available in village
Vocational / ITI training
Not available in village
Arts and science degree college
Not available in village
Health Facilities
Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.
| ASHA worker | Not available in village |
|---|
Connectivity and Public Services
An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.
| Public bus service | Not available in village |
|---|---|
| Private bus service | Not available in village |
| Railway station | Not available in village |
| National highway | Not available in village |
| State highway | Not available in village |
| Major district road | Not available in village |
| Black topped road | Available |
| All-weather road | Not available in village |
| Post office | Not available in village |
| Village PIN code facility | Available |
| Mobile phone coverage | Not available in village |
| CSC / internet cafe | Not available in village |
| ATM | Not available in village |
| Commercial bank | Not available in village |
| Cooperative bank | Not available in village |
| Agricultural credit society | Not available in village |
| PDS shop | Not available in village |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village |
| Weekly haat | Not available in village |
| Self-help group | Not available in village |
| Anganwadi centre | Available |
| Assembly polling station | Available |
| Birth and death registration office | Not available in village |
| Daily newspaper supply | Not available in village |
| Sports field | Not available in village |
| Public library | Not available in village |
| Public reading room | Not available in village |
Water, Sanitation and Power
Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.
| Treated tap water | Available |
|---|---|
| Untreated tap water | Not available in village |
| Hand pump | Not available in village |
| Tube wells / boreholes | Not available in village |
| Closed drainage | Not available in village |
| Open drainage | Not available in village |
| Total sanitation campaign coverage | Not available in village |
| Domestic power supply | Available |
| Agriculture power supply | Not available in village |
| Commercial power supply | Not available in village |
| Summer domestic power | 12 hours per day |
| Winter domestic power | 18 hours per day |
Agriculture and Land Use
Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.
| Net area sown | 70.50 hectares |
|---|---|
| Irrigated area | 3 hectares |
| Unirrigated area | 67.50 hectares |
| Canal irrigated area | 3 hectares |
| Forest area | 18.50 hectares |
| Non-agricultural area | 2.50 hectares |
| Current fallow land | 5 hectares |
| Main crop | Wheat |
| Second crop | Ragi |
| Third crop | Paddy |
Nearby Facility Clues
When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.
| Middle school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Basor, within 5 km. |
|---|---|
| Secondary school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Basor, within 5 km. |
| Senior secondary school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Basor, within 5 km. |
| Public bus service | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km. |
| Railway station | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
| Post office | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
| Commercial bank | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
| ATM | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km. |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
How to Reach Sorei
Ranikhet (50 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Bhikiyasain is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.
| Nearest major town | Ranikhet (50 km) |
|---|---|
| Tehsil headquarters | Bhikiyasain (14 km) |
| Public bus service | Not available in village |
| Railway station in village | Not available in village |
| All-weather road | Not available in village |
Source-Year Notes
Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Tehsil, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.
For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.
Official Records and Useful Links
Use these official links to verify current government information. Village Maps shows Census 2011 and public directory data for general reference.
- Uttarakhand government website Official state/UT portal
- Almora district administration Official district portal
- Bhulekh land records Verify land records officially
- Census India Village code 51691
- India Post PIN code search 263680
Additional Facilities Reported
This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Sorei. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.
| Govt Primary School | Available; 2 |
|---|---|
| Tap Water-Treated | Available |
| Tap Water Treated Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Tap Water Treated Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Open Kuccha Drainage | Available |
| Telephone Landlines | Available |
| Other District Road | Available |
| Black Topped (Pucca) Road | Available |
| Foothpath | Available |
| Nutritional Centres Anganwadi Centre | Available |
| Assembly Polling Station | Available |
| Power Supply for Domestic Use | Available |
| Power Supply for All Users | Available |
How to Use Survey Number and Map Details
Use the village code, district, tehsil, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Sorei village located?
Sorei is located in Bhikiyasain Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Almora.
Which Tehsil is Sorei in?
Sorei is in Bhikiyasain Tehsil. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.
Which district is Sorei in?
District: Almora.
What is the village code of Sorei?
The Census village code of Sorei is 51691.
What is the PIN code of Sorei?
The PIN code reported for Sorei is 263680.
What is the population of Sorei?
Sorei has 344 residents in 82 households as per Census 2011.
Which gram panchayat is Sorei part of?
Sorei comes under Sorei gram panchayat.
Which is the nearest town to Sorei?
The nearest statutory town to Sorei is Ranikhet (50 km).
Which crops are grown in Sorei?
The main crops reported for Sorei are Wheat, Ragi, and Paddy.
What land-use details are available for Sorei?
Land-use details for Sorei include net area sown: 70.50 hectares, irrigated area: 3 hectares, and unirrigated area: 67.50 hectares.
Is there a government primary school in Sorei?
Government primary school status for Sorei is available in the village.
Is public bus service available in Sorei?
Public bus service is not available in village.
Is mobile phone coverage available in Sorei?
Mobile phone coverage is not available in village.
What is the total area of Sorei?
The total geographical area of Sorei is 164.50 hectares.
How many households are in Sorei?
Sorei has 82 households as per Census 2011.
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