Gorkel

Gorkel is a village located in Narala tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Narala (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Kurmel is the gram panchayat of Gorkel village.

Gorkel has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Gorkel

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gorkel is 422774. The village spans a total geographical area of 218 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766100. Madanpur Rampur is nearest town to Gorkel village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

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Population of Gorkel

Below is a concise population overview of Gorkel as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 432 216 216
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 44 27 17
Scheduled Castes (SC) 36 20 16
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 234 139 95
Illiterate Population 198 77 121

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gorkel village:

  • The total population of Gorkel village is around 432, including approximately 216 males and 216 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 44 children aged 0–6 years in Gorkel village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gorkel village has 36 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gorkel village is about 54.17%, with male literacy at 64.35% and female literacy at 43.98%.
  • There are around 122 households in Gorkel village.

Connectivity of Gorkel

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gorkel. As per the 2011 stats, Gorkel had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Gorkel

Knowing the nearby villages of Gorkel helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gorkel.

Sikerbandha Pipal Padar Jurkabhata Jamapada Eknapali Khirmal Kame Gaon Patangpadar Kusmel Ker Bandi Boring Padar

Frequently Asked Questions about Gorkel

Where is Gorkel located?
Gorkel village is situated in Narala Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gorkel?
The Gram Panchayat of Gorkel is Kurmel (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gorkel?
The pincode of Gorkel is 766100, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gorkel as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gorkel is 432, with 216 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Gorkel as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gorkel village has a total of 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gorkel as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorkel is 54.17%. The male literacy rate is 64.35%, while the female literacy rate is 43.98%.