Gorasali - Kirtinagar, Tehri Garhwal
Gorasali is a village situated in the Kirtinagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 36 km from Devprayag and around 106 km from New Tehri. Ghorsali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gorasali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorasali is 043364. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.49 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Kirtinagar is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Gorasali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gorasali
As per Census 2011, Gorasali village has a total population of 334 people, consisting of 171 males and 163 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 243 literate and 91 illiterate residents. Additionally, 109 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gorasali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 334 | 171 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 22 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 52 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 130 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 41 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Gorasali
Gorasali 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 Gorasali
Gorasali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Kirtinagar to Gorasali is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Gorasali is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gorasali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorasali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gorasali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gorasali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gorasali
Where is Gorasali located?
Gorasali village is located in Kirtinagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gorasali?
The Gram Panchayat of Gorasali is Ghorsali.
What is the pincode of Gorasali?
The pincode of Gorasali is 249161.
What is the population of Gorasali?
Gorasali has a total population of 334, including 171 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Gorasali?
There are 73 households in Gorasali.
What is the literacy rate in Gorasali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorasali is 72.75%. Male literacy is 76.02% and female literacy is 69.33%.