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.
Here you can discover what makes Gorkel unique in its vibrant Narala-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Gorkel’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 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.
Google Map of Gorkel
Population of Gorkel
According to the 2011 Census, Gorkel has a total population of about 432, with approximately 216 males and 216 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 44 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 36 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 54.17%, with male literacy at about 64.35% and female literacy near 43.98%. There are around 122 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gorkel's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.