Gourtala
About Gourtala
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gourtala village is 490670. Gourtala village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 365.31 hectares. Gourtala has a total population of 1,306 peoples, out of which male population is 649 while female population is 657. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1012 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gourtala village is 60.72% out of which 71.65% males and 49.92% females are literate. There are about 316 houses in gourtala village.
When it comes to administration, Gourtala 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, Gourtala village comes under Gotegaon Vidhan Sabha constituency & Mandla Lok Sabha constituency. Gotegaon is nearest town to gourtala village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Gourtala
The population details of Gourtala cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,306 | 649 | 657 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 198 | 92 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 132 | 64 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 612 | 290 | 322 |
| Literate Population | 793 | 465 | 328 |
| Illiterate Population | 513 | 184 | 329 |
Connectivity of Gourtala
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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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%.