Gurla
Gurla is a village located in Govindpur tehsil of Sambalpur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Govindpur (tehsildar office) and 89km away from district headquarter Sambalpur. As per 2009 stats, Baunslaga is the gram panchayat of Gurla village.
Here you can discover what makes Gurla unique in its vibrant Govindpur-Sambalpur region. You’ll see Gurla’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 Gurla
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurla is 381314. The village spans a total geographical area of 700 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768221. Rajagangapur is nearest town to Gurla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Gurla
Population of Gurla
According to the 2011 Census, Gurla has a total population of about 1,701, with approximately 824 males and 877 females. The sex ratio is around 1064 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 184 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 151 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,295. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.38%, with male literacy at about 64.81% and female literacy near 48.46%. There are around 394 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gurla's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,701 | 824 | 877 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 83 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 70 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,295 | 625 | 670 |
| Literate Population | 959 | 534 | 425 |
| Illiterate Population | 742 | 290 | 452 |
Connectivity of Gurla
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gurla. As per the 2011 stats, Gurla 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 Gurla
Knowing the nearby villages of Gurla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gurla.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gurla
- Where is Gurla located?
- Gurla village is situated in Govindpur Tehsil, within the Sambalpur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gurla?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gurla is Baunslaga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gurla?
- The pincode of Gurla is 768221, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gurla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurla is 1,701, with 824 males and 877 females.
- How many households are there in Gurla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gurla village has a total of 394 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gurla as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurla is 56.38%. The male literacy rate is 64.81%, while the female literacy rate is 48.46%.