Gorgawale Bk. - Chopda, Jalgaon
Gorgawale Bk. is a village situated in the Chopda tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chopda and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Gorgawle Bk. serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gorgawale Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorgawale Bk. is 526717. The village covers a total geographical area of 898.02 hectares and falls under the 425107 pincode. Chopda is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Gorgawale Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raver Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gorgawale Bk.
As per Census 2011, Gorgawale Bk. village has a total population of 3,750 people, consisting of 1,936 males and 1,814 females. The village has 895 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 434 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,443 literate and 1,307 illiterate residents. Additionally, 419 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,379 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gorgawale Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,750 | 1,936 | 1,814 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 434 | 254 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 419 | 226 | 193 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,379 | 712 | 667 |
| Literate Population | 2,443 | 1,375 | 1,068 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,307 | 561 | 746 |
Nearby Villages of Gorgawale Bk.
Gorgawale Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khadgaon | North | 1.20 km |
| Vadgaon Sim | South-West | 1.34 km |
| Ghumawal Bk. | North | 2.21 km |
| Vadgaon Kh. | South-East | 2.36 km |
| Kolamba | South | 3.03 km |
| Dhanwadi | West | 3.13 km |
| Tawase Kh. | North | 3.35 km |
| Bhokari | East | 4.13 km |
| Garatad | West | 4.15 km |
| Kathora | South-West | 4.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gorgawale Bk.
Gorgawale Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chavalkhede, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chopda to Gorgawale Bk. is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Gorgawale Bk. is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gorgawale Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorgawale Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gorgawale Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gorgawale Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gorgawale Bk.
Where is Gorgawale Bk. located?
Gorgawale Bk. village is located in Chopda Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gorgawale Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Gorgawale Bk. is Gorgawle Bk..
What is the pincode of Gorgawale Bk.?
The pincode of Gorgawale Bk. is 425107.
What is the population of Gorgawale Bk.?
Gorgawale Bk. has a total population of 3,750, including 1,936 males and 1,814 females.
How many households are there in Gorgawale Bk.?
There are 895 households in Gorgawale Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Gorgawale Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorgawale Bk. is 65.15%. Male literacy is 71.02% and female literacy is 58.88%.