Gorpa - Agiaon, Bhojpur
Gorpa is a village situated in the Agiaon subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Agiaon and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Diliyan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gorpa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorpa is 247598. The village covers a total geographical area of 176 hectares and falls under the 802201 pincode. Arrah is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Gorpa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Agiaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gorpa
According to the 2011 Census, Gorpa village had a total population of 1,792 people, including 923 males and 869 females, living in 259 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.18%, with male literacy at 84.13% and female literacy at 51.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 130.
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 | 1,792 | 923 | 869 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 293 | 148 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 65 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,022 | 652 | 370 |
| Illiterate Population | 770 | 271 | 499 |
Nearby Villages of Gorpa
Gorpa 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 Gorpa
Public transport in the Gorpa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Arrah to Gorpa is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gorpa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorpa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gorpa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gorpa 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gorpa
Where is Gorpa located?
Gorpa village is located in Agiaon Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gorpa?
The Gram Panchayat of Gorpa is Diliyan.
What is the pincode of Gorpa?
The pincode of Gorpa is 802201.
What is the population of Gorpa?
Gorpa had a total population of 1,792, including 923 males and 869 females.
How many households are there in Gorpa?
Gorpa had 259 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gorpa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorpa was 68.18%. Male literacy was 84.13% and female literacy was 51.10%.