Gourmal
About Gourmal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gourmal village is 381098. Gourmal village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 230 hectares. Gourmal has a total population of 675 peoples, out of which male population is 346 while female population is 329. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 950 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gourmal village is 44.30% out of which 51.16% males and 37.08% females are literate. There are about 160 houses in gourmal village. Pincode of gourmal village locality is 768216.
When it comes to administration, Gourmal village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gourmal village comes under Brajarajnagar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bargarh Lok Sabha constituency. Brajarajnagar is nearest town to gourmal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Gourmal
The population details of Gourmal cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 675 | 346 | 329 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 90 | 45 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 58 | 33 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 470 | 242 | 228 |
| Literate Population | 299 | 177 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 376 | 169 | 207 |
Connectivity of Gourmal
| 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 |
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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%.