Gora Kalan
Gora Kalan is a village located in Chanderi tehsil of Ashoknagar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Chanderi (tehsildar office) and 87km away from district headquarter Ashoknagar. As per 2009 stats, Gorakala is the gram panchayat of Gora Kalan village.
Here you can discover what makes Gora Kalan unique in its vibrant Chanderi-Ashoknagar region. You’ll see Gora Kalan’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 Gora Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gora Kalan is 500184. The village spans a total geographical area of 1086.17 hectares. Chanderi is nearest town to Gora Kalan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gora Kalan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chanderi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Guna Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gora Kalan
Population of Gora Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Gora Kalan has a total population of about 2,301, with approximately 1,211 males and 1,090 females. The sex ratio is around 900 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 460 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 504 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 287. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.02%, with male literacy at about 53.10% and female literacy near 31.83%. There are around 441 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gora Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,301 | 1,211 | 1,090 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 460 | 240 | 220 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 504 | 271 | 233 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 287 | 150 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 990 | 643 | 347 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,311 | 568 | 743 |
Connectivity of Gora Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gora Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Gora Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Gora Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Gora Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gora Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gora Kalan
- Where is Gora Kalan located?
- Gora Kalan village is situated in Chanderi Tehsil, within the Ashoknagar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gora Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gora Kalan is Gorakala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gora Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gora Kalan is 2,301, with 1,211 males and 1,090 females.
- How many households are there in Gora Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gora Kalan village has a total of 441 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gora Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gora Kalan is 43.02%. The male literacy rate is 53.10%, while the female literacy rate is 31.83%.