Gorok - Adokgre, North Garo Hills
Gorok is a village situated in the Adokgre subdivision of North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 21 km from Kharkutta and around 128 km from Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorok is 275054. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
Gorok village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Kharkutta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gorok
As per Census 2011, Gorok village has a total population of 299 people, consisting of 146 males and 153 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 1,047 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 212 literate and 87 illiterate residents. Additionally, 292 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gorok are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 299 | 146 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 292 | 143 | 149 |
| Literate Population | 212 | 108 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 38 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Gorok
Gorok is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gorok
Gorok is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Williamnagar to Gorok is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gorok
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorok village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gorok
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gorok 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gorok
Where is Gorok located?
Gorok village is located in Adokgre Subdivision, North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Gorok?
The pincode of Gorok is 794110.
What is the population of Gorok?
Gorok has a total population of 299, including 146 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Gorok?
There are 56 households in Gorok.
What is the literacy rate in Gorok?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorok is 70.90%. Male literacy is 73.97% and female literacy is 67.97%.