Gorasol - Onda, Bankura
Gorasol is a village situated in the Onda subdivision of Bankura district, West Bengal. Nakaijuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gorasol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorasol is 328588. The village covers a total geographical area of 150.72 hectares and falls under the 722144 pincode. Bishnupur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Gorasol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Gorasol
According to the 2011 Census, Gorasol village had a total population of 1,434 people, including 729 males and 705 females, living in 321 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.32%, with male literacy at 87.71% and female literacy at 64.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 621, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 1,434 | 729 | 705 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 78 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 621 | 298 | 323 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 983 | 571 | 412 |
| Illiterate Population | 451 | 158 | 293 |
Nearby Villages of Gorasol
Gorasol is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dharsona | North-West | 1.02 km |
| Kanaijuri | South-East | 1.12 km |
| Chak Muktapur | North-East | 1.42 km |
| Ambari Hazari Gram | West | 1.55 km |
| Nakai Guri | South | 1.58 km |
| Niada | North | 1.59 km |
| Lauria | East | 1.60 km |
| Muktapur | North-East | 2.07 km |
| Bet Jhuria | South-West | 2.15 km |
| Arabani | North-West | 2.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gorasol
Gorasol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ondagram, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bishnupur to Gorasol is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gorasol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorasol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gorasol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gorasol 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Gorasol
Where is Gorasol located?
Gorasol village is located in Onda Subdivision, Bankura district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gorasol?
The Gram Panchayat of Gorasol is Nakaijuri.
What is the pincode of Gorasol?
The pincode of Gorasol is 722144.
What is the population of Gorasol?
Gorasol had a total population of 1,434, including 729 males and 705 females.
How many households are there in Gorasol?
Gorasol had 321 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gorasol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorasol was 76.32%. Male literacy was 87.71% and female literacy was 64.68%.