Gorintada Village - 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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Gorintada village has a total population of 2,449 people, consisting of 1,208 males and 1,241 females. The village has 745 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 256 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,830 literate and 619 illiterate residents. Additionally, 514 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gorintada are given below:
| Particulars | 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 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Gorintada?
Gorintada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gorintada?
The pincode of Gorintada is 534250.
What is the population of Gorintada?
Gorintada has a total population of 2,449, including 1,208 males and 1,241 females.
How many households are there in Gorintada?
There are 745 households in Gorintada.
What is the literacy rate in Gorintada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorintada is 74.72%. Male literacy is 80.38% and female literacy is 69.22%.