Gorsanala - Belargaon, Dhamtari
Gorsanala is a village situated in the Belargaon tehsil of Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from Nagari and around 60 km from Dhamtari. Tangapaani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gorsanala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorsanala is 447384. The village covers a total geographical area of 189.74 hectares and falls under the 493778 pincode. Nagri is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gorsanala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sihawa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gorsanala
According to the 2011 Census, Gorsanala village had a total population of 289 people, including 146 males and 143 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.51%, with male literacy at 69.60% and female literacy at 53.54%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 289.
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 | 289 | 146 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 289 | 146 | 143 |
| Literate Population | 155 | 87 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 59 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Gorsanala
Gorsanala 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 Gorsanala
Gorsanala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Nagri to Gorsanala is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhamtari to Gorsanala is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gorsanala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorsanala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gorsanala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gorsanala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gorsanala
Where is Gorsanala located?
Gorsanala village is located in Belargaon Tehsil, Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gorsanala?
The Gram Panchayat of Gorsanala is Tangapaani.
What is the pincode of Gorsanala?
The pincode of Gorsanala is 493778.
What is the population of Gorsanala?
Gorsanala had a total population of 289, including 146 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Gorsanala?
Gorsanala had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gorsanala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorsanala was 61.51%. Male literacy was 69.60% and female literacy was 53.54%.