Gorahandi
Gorahandi is a village located in Kundura tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Kundura (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Banuaguda is the gram panchayat of Gorahandi village.
Here you can discover what makes Gorahandi unique in its vibrant Kundura-Koraput region. You’ll see Gorahandi’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 Gorahandi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gorahandi is 429174. The village spans a total geographical area of 676 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764002. Sunabeda is nearest town to Gorahandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Gorahandi
Population of Gorahandi
According to the 2011 Census, Gorahandi has a total population of about 2,798, with approximately 1,391 males and 1,407 females. The sex ratio is around 1011 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 573 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,260 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 491. The overall literacy rate is approximately 35.92%, with male literacy at about 47.02% and female literacy near 24.95%. There are around 692 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gorahandi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,798 | 1,391 | 1,407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 573 | 287 | 286 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,260 | 640 | 620 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 491 | 233 | 258 |
| Literate Population | 1,005 | 654 | 351 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,793 | 737 | 1,056 |
Connectivity of Gorahandi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gorahandi. As per the 2011 stats, Gorahandi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gorahandi
Knowing the nearby villages of Gorahandi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gorahandi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gorahandi
- Where is Gorahandi located?
- Gorahandi village is situated in Kundura Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gorahandi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gorahandi is Banuaguda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gorahandi?
- The pincode of Gorahandi is 764002, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gorahandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gorahandi is 2,798, with 1,391 males and 1,407 females.
- How many households are there in Gorahandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gorahandi village has a total of 692 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gorahandi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorahandi is 35.92%. The male literacy rate is 47.02%, while the female literacy rate is 24.95%.