Gorantla
Gorantla is a village located in Gorantla mandal of Anantapur district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 98km away from district headquarter Gorantla. Gorantla is the sub-district headquarter of Gorantla village. As per 2009 stats, Gorantla village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gorantla unique in its vibrant Gorantla-Anantapur region. You’ll see Gorantla’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 Gorantla
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gorantla is 595519. The village spans a total geographical area of 1238 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 515231. Hindupur is nearest town to Gorantla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
Google Map of Gorantla
Population of Gorantla
According to the 2011 Census, Gorantla has a total population of about 24,586, with approximately 12,331 males and 12,255 females. The sex ratio is around 993 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,845 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,734 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 991. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.79%, with male literacy at about 69.95% and female literacy near 55.59%. There are around 5,932 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gorantla's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 24,586 | 12,331 | 12,255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,845 | 1,472 | 1,373 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,734 | 873 | 861 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 991 | 499 | 492 |
| Literate Population | 15,437 | 8,625 | 6,812 |
| Illiterate Population | 9,149 | 3,706 | 5,443 |
Connectivity of Gorantla
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gorantla. As per the 2011 stats, Gorantla 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gorantla
Knowing the nearby villages of Gorantla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gorantla.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gorantla
- Where is Gorantla located?
- Gorantla village is situated in Gorantla Mandal, within the Anantapur district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gorantla?
- Gorantla serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gorantla?
- The pincode of Gorantla is 515231, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gorantla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gorantla is 24,586, with 12,331 males and 12,255 females.
- How many households are there in Gorantla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gorantla village has a total of 5,932 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gorantla as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorantla is 62.79%. The male literacy rate is 69.95%, while the female literacy rate is 55.59%.