Gorakhajhola - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Gorakhajhola is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Narayanapatna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gorakhajhola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorakhajhola is 428569. The village covers a total geographical area of 128 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Gorakhajhola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gorakhajhola
According to the 2011 Census, Gorakhajhola village had a total population of 48 people, including 24 males and 24 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 5.26%, with male literacy at 11.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 48.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 22 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Gorakhajhola
Gorakhajhola is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gorakhajhola
Public transport in the Gorakhajhola is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Gorakhajhola is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Gorakhajhola is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gorakhajhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorakhajhola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gorakhajhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gorakhajhola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gorakhajhola
Where is Gorakhajhola located?
Gorakhajhola village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gorakhajhola?
The Gram Panchayat of Gorakhajhola is Narayanapatna.
What is the pincode of Gorakhajhola?
The pincode of Gorakhajhola is 764014.
What is the population of Gorakhajhola?
Gorakhajhola had a total population of 48, including 24 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Gorakhajhola?
Gorakhajhola had 9 households.