Ghorasal - Pathorighat (Pt), Darrang
Ghorasal is a village situated in the Pathorighat (Pt) subdivision of Darrang district, Assam. Turai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghorasal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghorasal is 304833. The village covers a total geographical area of 428.3 hectares and falls under the 784145 pincode. Mangaldai is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Ghorasal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sipajhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mangaldoi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghorasal
According to the 2011 Census, Ghorasal village had a total population of 2,240 people, including 1,148 males and 1,092 females, living in 493 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.08%, with male literacy at 96.54% and female literacy at 87.40%.
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 | 2,240 | 1,148 | 1,092 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 108 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,871 | 1,004 | 867 |
| Illiterate Population | 369 | 144 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Ghorasal
Ghorasal is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ghorasal
Ghorasal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mangaldai to Ghorasal is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mangaldoi to Ghorasal is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghorasal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghorasal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ghorasal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghorasal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghorasal
Where is Ghorasal located?
Ghorasal village is located in Pathorighat (Pt) Subdivision, Darrang district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghorasal?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghorasal is Turai.
What is the pincode of Ghorasal?
The pincode of Ghorasal is 784145.
What is the population of Ghorasal?
Ghorasal had a total population of 2,240, including 1,148 males and 1,092 females.
How many households are there in Ghorasal?
Ghorasal had 493 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghorasal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghorasal was 92.08%. Male literacy was 96.54% and female literacy was 87.40%.