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.

Gorkha has its own place in the vibrant Darbhanga region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Gorkha

Below is a concise population overview of Gorkha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gorkha village:

  • The total population of Gorkha village is around 1,490, including approximately 781 males and 709 females, with a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 244 children aged 0–6 years in Gorkha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gorkha village has 10 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gorkha village is about 51.61%, with male literacy at 63.00% and female literacy at 39.07%.
  • There are around 363 households in Gorkha village.

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.

Mokhlispur Harsinghpur Chak Milki Milki Kortho Hanuman Nagar Lilpur Nuruddinpur Dost Nankar Mirzapur Hathauri

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%.