Gourtala
Gourtala is a village located in Gotegaon tehsil of Narsimhapur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Gotegaon (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Narsimhapur. As per 2009 stats, Gourtala village is also a gram panchayat.
Gourtala has its own place in the vibrant Narsimhapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Gourtala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gourtala is 490670. The village spans a total geographical area of 365.31 hectares. Gotegaon is nearest town to Gourtala village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Gourtala 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 Gotegaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gourtala
Population of Gourtala
Below is a concise population overview of Gourtala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 1,306 | 649 | 657 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 92 | 106 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 132 | 64 | 68 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 612 | 290 | 322 |
Literate Population | 793 | 465 | 328 |
Illiterate Population | 513 | 184 | 329 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gourtala village:
- The total population of Gourtala village is around 1,306, including approximately 649 males and 657 females, with a sex ratio of 1012 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 198 children aged 0–6 years in Gourtala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gourtala village has 132 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 612 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gourtala village is about 60.72%, with male literacy at 71.65% and female literacy at 49.92%.
- There are around 316 households in Gourtala village.
Connectivity of Gourtala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gourtala. As per the 2011 stats, Gourtala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gourtala
Knowing the nearby villages of Gourtala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gourtala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gourtala
- Where is Gourtala located?
- Gourtala village is situated in Gotegaon Tehsil, within the Narsimhapur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gourtala?
- Gourtala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gourtala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gourtala is 1,306, with 649 males and 657 females.
- How many households are there in Gourtala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gourtala village has a total of 316 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gourtala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gourtala is 60.72%. The male literacy rate is 71.65%, while the female literacy rate is 49.92%.