Gorintada - Palacole, West Godavari
Gorintada is a village situated in the Palacole mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palacole and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Gorintada village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorintada is 588785. The village covers a total geographical area of 254 hectares and falls under the 534250 pincode. Palacole is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Gorintada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gorintada
According to the 2011 Census, Gorintada village had a total population of 2,449 people, including 1,208 males and 1,241 females, living in 745 households. The sex ratio was 1,027 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.45%, with male literacy at 89.00% and female literacy at 77.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 514.
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 | 2,449 | 1,208 | 1,241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 117 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 514 | 246 | 268 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,830 | 971 | 859 |
| Illiterate Population | 619 | 237 | 382 |
Nearby Villages of Gorintada
Gorintada is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Agarru | North-West | 2.14 km |
| Digamarru | East | 2.21 km |
| Chandaparru | North | 2.49 km |
| Chittavaram | South-East | 2.51 km |
| Chinamamidipalle (r) | South | 3.10 km |
| Saripalle | South-West | 3.20 km |
| Pedamamidipalle | East | 3.77 km |
| Navarasapuram | South-East | 4.00 km |
| Varidhanam | East | 4.09 km |
| Gondi | South-East | 4.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gorintada
Gorintada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Narasapur, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palacole to Gorintada is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Gorintada is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gorintada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorintada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gorintada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gorintada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gorintada
Where is Gorintada located?
Gorintada village is located in Palacole Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Gorintada?
Gorintada is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gorintada?
The pincode of Gorintada is 534250.
What is the population of Gorintada?
Gorintada had a total population of 2,449, including 1,208 males and 1,241 females.
How many households are there in Gorintada?
Gorintada had 745 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gorintada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorintada was 83.45%. Male literacy was 89.00% and female literacy was 77.95%.