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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Kharkutta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gorok
According to the 2011 Census, Gorok village had a total population of 299 people, including 146 males and 153 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,048 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.61%, with male literacy at 83.72% and female literacy at 77.61%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 292.
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 | 299 | 146 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 299, including 146 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Gorok?
Gorok had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gorok?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorok was 80.61%. Male literacy was 83.72% and female literacy was 77.61%.