Gorinda - Potka, East Singhbum
Gorinda is a village situated in the Potka subdivision of East Singhbum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from Potka and around 40 km from Jamshedpur. Janamdih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gorinda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorinda is 363879. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.53 hectares and falls under the 831002 pincode.
Gorinda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Gorinda
According to the 2011 Census, Gorinda village had a total population of 363 people, including 180 males and 183 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 1,017 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.82%, with male literacy at 72.73% and female literacy at 53.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 130.
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 | 363 | 180 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 130 | 65 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 196 | 112 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 68 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Gorinda
Gorinda 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 Gorinda
Public transport in the Gorinda is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jamshedpur to Gorinda is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gorinda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorinda 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gorinda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gorinda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gorinda
Where is Gorinda located?
Gorinda village is located in Potka Subdivision, East Singhbum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gorinda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gorinda is Janamdih.
What is the pincode of Gorinda?
The pincode of Gorinda is 831002.
What is the population of Gorinda?
Gorinda had a total population of 363, including 180 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Gorinda?
Gorinda had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gorinda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorinda was 62.82%. Male literacy was 72.73% and female literacy was 53.16%.