Gorla - Bhopalpattnam, Bijapur
Gorla is a village situated in the Bhopalpattnam tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhopalpattanam and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Gorla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorla is 450796. The village covers a total geographical area of 459.54 hectares and falls under the 494446 pincode. Bhopalpattanam is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Gorla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gorla
As per Census 2011, Gorla village has a total population of 525 people, consisting of 252 males and 273 females. The village has 115 households and a sex ratio of 1,083 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 280 literate and 245 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 502 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gorla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 525 | 252 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 39 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 502 | 242 | 260 |
| Literate Population | 280 | 179 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 245 | 73 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Gorla
Gorla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kesaiguda | South-East | 1.91 km |
| Dudheda(kottaguda) | North-East | 2.09 km |
| Jajalguda(bhattiguda) | North-West | 2.45 km |
| Motakpalli | West | 3.34 km |
| Minur | South | 3.36 km |
| Sandrapalli | North | 3.65 km |
| Pegdapalli (kottaguda) | East | 3.91 km |
| Pegdapalli(basaguda) | East | 4.14 km |
| Raiguda | South-East | 4.22 km |
| Dampaya | North-East | 4.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gorla
Gorla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bacheli, while the nearest airport is Warangal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhopalpattanam to Gorla is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Gorla is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gorla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gorla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gorla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gorla
Where is Gorla located?
Gorla village is located in Bhopalpattnam Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gorla?
Gorla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gorla?
The pincode of Gorla is 494446.
What is the population of Gorla?
Gorla has a total population of 525, including 252 males and 273 females.
How many households are there in Gorla?
There are 115 households in Gorla.
What is the literacy rate in Gorla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorla is 53.33%. Male literacy is 71.03% and female literacy is 37.00%.