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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gorasol
As per Census 2011, Gorasol village has a total population of 1,434 people, consisting of 729 males and 705 females. The village has 321 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 146 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 983 literate and 451 illiterate residents. Additionally, 621 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gorasol are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,434, including 729 males and 705 females.
How many households are there in Gorasol?
There are 321 households in Gorasol.
What is the literacy rate in Gorasol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorasol is 68.55%. Male literacy is 78.33% and female literacy is 58.44%.