Gourmal
Gourmal is a village located in Brajarajnagar tehsil of Jharsuguda district in Odisha, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Brajarajnagar (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Jharsuguda. As per 2009 stats, Gourmal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gourmal unique in its vibrant Brajarajnagar-Jharsuguda region. You’ll see Gourmal’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 Gourmal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gourmal is 381098. The village spans a total geographical area of 230 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768216. Brajarajnagar is nearest town to Gourmal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gourmal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Brajarajnagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bargarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gourmal
Population of Gourmal
According to the 2011 Census, Gourmal has a total population of about 675, with approximately 346 males and 329 females. The sex ratio is around 950 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 90 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 58 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 470. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.30%, with male literacy at about 51.16% and female literacy near 37.08%. There are around 160 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gourmal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 675 | 346 | 329 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 45 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 33 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 470 | 242 | 228 |
| Literate Population | 299 | 177 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 376 | 169 | 207 |
Connectivity of Gourmal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gourmal. As per the 2011 stats, Gourmal 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gourmal
Knowing the nearby villages of Gourmal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gourmal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gourmal
- Where is Gourmal located?
- Gourmal village is situated in Brajarajnagar Tehsil, within the Jharsuguda district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gourmal?
- Gourmal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gourmal?
- The pincode of Gourmal is 768216, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gourmal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gourmal is 675, with 346 males and 329 females.
- How many households are there in Gourmal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gourmal village has a total of 160 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gourmal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gourmal is 44.30%. The male literacy rate is 51.16%, while the female literacy rate is 37.08%.