Gourtek
Gourtek is a village located in Basna tehsil of Mahasamund district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Basna (tehsildar office) and 99km away from district headquarter Mahasamund. As per 2009 stats, Gourtak is the gram panchayat of Gourtek village.
Here you can discover what makes Gourtek unique in its vibrant Basna-Mahasamund region. You’ll see Gourtek’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gourtek
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gourtek is 445742. The village spans a total geographical area of 677.25 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496113. Basna is nearest town to Gourtek village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Gourtek
Population of Gourtek
According to the 2011 Census, Gourtek has a total population of about 1,446, with approximately 732 males and 714 females. The sex ratio is around 975 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 190 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 156 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 435. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.74%, with male literacy at about 72.95% and female literacy near 60.36%. There are around 412 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gourtek's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,446 | 732 | 714 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 103 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 75 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 435 | 237 | 198 |
| Literate Population | 965 | 534 | 431 |
| Illiterate Population | 481 | 198 | 283 |
Connectivity of Gourtek
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gourtek. As per the 2011 stats, Gourtek had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gourtek
Knowing the nearby villages of Gourtek helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gourtek.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gourtek
- Where is Gourtek located?
- Gourtek village is situated in Basna Tehsil, within the Mahasamund district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gourtek?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gourtek is Gourtak (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gourtek?
- The pincode of Gourtek is 496113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gourtek as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gourtek is 1,446, with 732 males and 714 females.
- How many households are there in Gourtek as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gourtek village has a total of 412 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gourtek as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gourtek is 66.74%. The male literacy rate is 72.95%, while the female literacy rate is 60.36%.