Goratanga
Goratanga is a village located in Mahanga tehsil of Cuttack district in Odisha, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Mahanga (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Cuttack. As per 2009 stats, Podmarai is the gram panchayat of Goratanga village.
Here you can discover what makes Goratanga unique in its vibrant Mahanga-Cuttack region. You’ll see Goratanga’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Goratanga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Goratanga is 399523. The village spans a total geographical area of 89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754206. Cuttack is nearest town to Goratanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 55km away.
Google Map of Goratanga
Population of Goratanga
According to the 2011 Census, Goratanga has a total population of about 674, with approximately 350 males and 324 females. The sex ratio is around 925 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 63 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 39 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 84.42%, with male literacy at about 88.86% and female literacy near 79.63%. There are around 175 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Goratanga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 674 | 350 | 324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 33 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 569 | 311 | 258 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 39 | 66 |
Connectivity of Goratanga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Goratanga. As per the 2011 stats, Goratanga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Goratanga
Knowing the nearby villages of Goratanga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Goratanga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Goratanga
- Where is Goratanga located?
- Goratanga village is situated in Mahanga Tehsil, within the Cuttack district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Goratanga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Goratanga is Podmarai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Goratanga?
- The pincode of Goratanga is 754206, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Goratanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Goratanga is 674, with 350 males and 324 females.
- How many households are there in Goratanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Goratanga village has a total of 175 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Goratanga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Goratanga is 84.42%. The male literacy rate is 88.86%, while the female literacy rate is 79.63%.