Gorabal - Savadatti, Belagavi
Gorabal is a village situated in the Savadatti taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 23 km from Parasgad and around 90 km from Belgaum. Gorabal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorabal is 598274. The village covers a total geographical area of 1848.39 hectares and falls under the 591126 pincode. Soundatti is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Gorabal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saundatti yellamma Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Belagavi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gorabal
According to the 2011 Census, Gorabal village had a total population of 2,536 people, including 1,314 males and 1,222 females, living in 437 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.13%, with male literacy at 78.19% and female literacy at 55.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 118, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,191.
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 | 2,536 | 1,314 | 1,222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 361 | 177 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 62 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,191 | 625 | 566 |
| Literate Population | 1,460 | 889 | 571 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,076 | 425 | 651 |
Nearby Villages of Gorabal
Gorabal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Basidoni | East | 3.02 km |
| Bochabal | North | 3.43 km |
| Hoolikatti | South-East | 3.89 km |
| Bhandara Halli | North-West | 3.96 km |
| Taredakoppa | North-West | 4.18 km |
| Yakkeri | South-West | 4.55 km |
| Mallapur | North | 4.96 km |
| Shirasangi | East | 5.60 km |
| Manikatti | South-East | 6.01 km |
| Basaragi Inam | North | 6.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gorabal
Gorabal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lakhmapur, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Soundatti to Gorabal is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Gorabal is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gorabal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorabal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gorabal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gorabal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gorabal
Where is Gorabal located?
Gorabal village is located in Savadatti Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gorabal?
Gorabal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gorabal?
The pincode of Gorabal is 591126.
What is the population of Gorabal?
Gorabal had a total population of 2,536, including 1,314 males and 1,222 females.
How many households are there in Gorabal?
Gorabal had 437 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gorabal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorabal was 67.13%. Male literacy was 78.19% and female literacy was 55.01%.