Gorkatta
Gorkatta is a village located in Kaler subdivision of Arwal district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Kaler (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Arwal. As per 2009 stats, sakri Khurd is the gram panchayat of Gorkatta village.
Here you can discover what makes Gorkatta unique in its vibrant Kaler-Arwal region. You’ll see Gorkatta’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 Gorkatta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gorkatta is 260675. The village spans a total geographical area of 44 hectares. Arwal is nearest town to Gorkatta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Gorkatta
Population of Gorkatta
According to the 2011 Census, Gorkatta has a total population of about 667, with approximately 344 males and 323 females. The sex ratio is around 938 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 151 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 166 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.02%, with male literacy at about 73.84% and female literacy near 53.56%. There are around 116 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gorkatta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 667 | 344 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 70 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 166 | 82 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 427 | 254 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 240 | 90 | 150 |
Connectivity of Gorkatta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gorkatta. As per the 2011 stats, Gorkatta 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gorkatta
Knowing the nearby villages of Gorkatta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gorkatta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gorkatta
- Where is Gorkatta located?
- Gorkatta village is situated in Kaler Subdivision, within the Arwal district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gorkatta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gorkatta is sakri Khurd (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gorkatta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gorkatta is 667, with 344 males and 323 females.
- How many households are there in Gorkatta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gorkatta village has a total of 116 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gorkatta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorkatta is 64.02%. The male literacy rate is 73.84%, while the female literacy rate is 53.56%.