Goreshpalli - Motu, Malkangiri
Goreshpalli is a village situated in the Motu tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 88 km from the tehsil headquarters in Motu and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Pusuguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Goreshpalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Goreshpalli is 431176. The village covers a total geographical area of 105 hectares and falls under the 764086 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Goreshpalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malkangiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Goreshpalli
According to the 2011 Census, Goreshpalli village had a total population of 271 people, including 134 males and 137 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 25.23%, with male literacy at 32.08% and female literacy at 18.52%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 271.
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 | 271 | 134 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 28 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 271 | 134 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 34 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 100 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Goreshpalli
Goreshpalli 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 Goreshpalli
Goreshpalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkangiri to Goreshpalli is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Goreshpalli is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Goreshpalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Goreshpalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Goreshpalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Goreshpalli 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Goreshpalli
Where is Goreshpalli located?
Goreshpalli village is located in Motu Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Goreshpalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Goreshpalli is Pusuguda.
What is the pincode of Goreshpalli?
The pincode of Goreshpalli is 764086.
What is the population of Goreshpalli?
Goreshpalli had a total population of 271, including 134 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Goreshpalli?
Goreshpalli had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Goreshpalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goreshpalli was 25.23%. Male literacy was 32.08% and female literacy was 18.52%.