Gora Kalan - Chanderi, Ashoknagar
Gora Kalan is a village situated in the Chanderi tehsil of Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chanderi and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Ashoknagar. Gorakala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gora Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gora Kalan is 500184. The village covers a total geographical area of 1086.17 hectares and falls under the 473446 pincode. Chanderi is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Gora Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chanderi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gora Kalan
As per Census 2011, Gora Kalan village has a total population of 2,301 people, consisting of 1,211 males and 1,090 females. The village has 441 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 460 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 990 literate and 1,311 illiterate residents. Additionally, 504 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 287 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gora Kalan are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Gora Kalan
Gora Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Churari | South | 2.52 km |
| Budhanpur | North-West | 3.51 km |
| Hasari | West | 3.55 km |
| Bamor Hurra | South-West | 3.61 km |
| Dinola | South-East | 4.15 km |
| Hirawal | South | 4.98 km |
| Godhan | West | 5.30 km |
| Chak Singhpur | South-West | 5.30 km |
| Bharsula | North-West | 5.47 km |
| Pandri Chanderi | South-West | 6.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gora Kalan
Gora Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dailwara, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 133.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Chanderi to Gora Kalan is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ashoknagar to Gora Kalan is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gora Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gora Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gora Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gora Kalan 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gora Kalan
Where is Gora Kalan located?
Gora Kalan village is located in Chanderi Tehsil, Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gora Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Gora Kalan is Gorakala.
What is the pincode of Gora Kalan?
The pincode of Gora Kalan is 473446.
What is the population of Gora Kalan?
Gora Kalan has a total population of 2,301, including 1,211 males and 1,090 females.
How many households are there in Gora Kalan?
There are 441 households in Gora Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Gora Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gora Kalan is 43.02%. Male literacy is 53.10% and female literacy is 31.83%.