Gorgunda - Dornapal, Sukma
Gorgunda is a village situated in the Dornapal tehsil of Sukma district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 53 km from Konta and around 145 km from Dantewada. Gorgunda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorgunda is 450368. The village covers a total geographical area of 1835.61 hectares and falls under the 494122 pincode. Dornapal is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gorgunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Konta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gorgunda
As per Census 2011, Gorgunda village has a total population of 946 people, consisting of 452 males and 494 females. The village has 249 households and a sex ratio of 1,092 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 132 literate and 814 illiterate residents. Additionally, 816 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gorgunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 946 | 452 | 494 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 54 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 816 | 397 | 419 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 74 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 814 | 378 | 436 |
Nearby Villages of Gorgunda
Gorgunda 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 Gorgunda
Gorgunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Dornapal to Gorgunda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Gorgunda is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gorgunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorgunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gorgunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gorgunda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gorgunda
Where is Gorgunda located?
Gorgunda village is located in Dornapal Tehsil, Sukma district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gorgunda?
Gorgunda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gorgunda?
The pincode of Gorgunda is 494122.
What is the population of Gorgunda?
Gorgunda has a total population of 946, including 452 males and 494 females.
How many households are there in Gorgunda?
There are 249 households in Gorgunda.
What is the literacy rate in Gorgunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorgunda is 13.95%. Male literacy is 16.37% and female literacy is 11.74%.