Gorkal
About Gorkal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gorkal village is 601004. Gorkal village is located in Manvi taluka of Raichur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Manvi (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Raichur. As per 2009 stats, Gorkal village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 3062.53 hectares. Gorkal has a total population of 2,964 peoples, out of which male population is 1,497 while female population is 1,467. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 979 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gorkal village is 46.52% out of which 57.78% males and 35.04% females are literate. There are about 609 houses in gorkal village. Pincode of gorkal village locality is 584203.
When it comes to administration, Gorkal village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gorkal village comes under Raichur Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raichur Lok Sabha constituency. Manvi is nearest town to gorkal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Gorkal
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,964 | 1,497 | 1,467 |
| Literate Population | 1,379 | 865 | 514 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,585 | 632 | 953 |
Connectivity of Gorkal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gorkal
Where is Gorkal located?
Gorkal village is situated in Manvi Taluka, within the Raichur district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gorkal?
Gorkal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Gorkal?
The pincode of Gorkal is 584203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gorkal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gorkal is 2,964, with 1,497 males and 1,467 females.
How many households are there in Gorkal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gorkal village has a total of 609 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gorkal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorkal is 46.52%. The male literacy rate is 57.78%, while the female literacy rate is 35.04%.