Gornale - Jamner, Jalgaon
Gornale is a village situated in the Jamner tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamner and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Gornale village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gornale is 528033. The village covers a total geographical area of 589.94 hectares and falls under the 425310 pincode. Bhusaval is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Gornale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raver Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gornale
According to the 2011 Census, Gornale village had a total population of 911 people, including 479 males and 432 females, living in 183 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.06%, with male literacy at 80.72% and female literacy at 58.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 42, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 264.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 911 | 479 | 432 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 64 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 264 | 139 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 550 | 335 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 361 | 144 | 217 |
Nearby Villages of Gornale
Gornale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sonbarad Pr.malkapur | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Mahalungi Jahagir | North | 3.12 km |
| Pangarkhed | South | 3.41 km |
| Rajani | West | 3.55 km |
| Kapuswadi | South-West | 3.57 km |
| Lapali | East | 3.79 km |
| Nimkhalli | South-East | 4.34 km |
| Sirmil | North-East | 4.50 km |
| Palas Khede Kakar | South | 5.72 km |
| Betawad Bk | North-West | 5.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gornale
Gornale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bodwad, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhusaval to Gornale is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Gornale is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gornale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gornale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gornale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gornale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gornale
Where is Gornale located?
Gornale village is located in Jamner Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Gornale?
Gornale is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gornale?
The pincode of Gornale is 425310.
What is the population of Gornale?
Gornale had a total population of 911, including 479 males and 432 females.
How many households are there in Gornale?
Gornale had 183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gornale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gornale was 70.06%. Male literacy was 80.72% and female literacy was 58.11%.