Gorkha
Gorkha is a village located in Alinagar subdivision of Darbhanga district in Bihar, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Alinagar (tehsildar office) and 51km away from district headquarter Darbhanga. As per 2009 stats, Hanuman Nagar is the gram panchayat of Gorkha village.
Here you can discover what makes Gorkha unique in its vibrant Alinagar-Darbhanga region. You’ll see Gorkha’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 Gorkha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gorkha is 227240. The village spans a total geographical area of 121 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 847405. Benipur is nearest town to Gorkha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Gorkha
Population of Gorkha
According to the 2011 Census, Gorkha has a total population of about 1,490, with approximately 781 males and 709 females. The sex ratio is around 907 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 244 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 10 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.61%, with male literacy at about 63.00% and female literacy near 39.07%. There are around 363 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gorkha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,490 | 781 | 709 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 138 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 769 | 492 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 721 | 289 | 432 |
Connectivity of Gorkha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gorkha. As per the 2011 stats, Gorkha 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gorkha
Knowing the nearby villages of Gorkha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gorkha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gorkha
- Where is Gorkha located?
- Gorkha village is situated in Alinagar Subdivision, within the Darbhanga district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gorkha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gorkha is Hanuman Nagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gorkha?
- The pincode of Gorkha is 847405, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gorkha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gorkha is 1,490, with 781 males and 709 females.
- How many households are there in Gorkha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gorkha village has a total of 363 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gorkha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorkha is 51.61%. The male literacy rate is 63.00%, while the female literacy rate is 39.07%.