Gorkha - Alinagar, Darbhanga
Gorkha is a village situated in the Alinagar subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Alinagar and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Hanuman Nagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gorkha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorkha is 227240. The village covers a total geographical area of 121 hectares and falls under the 847405 pincode. Benipur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Gorkha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gorkha
According to the 2011 Census, Gorkha village had a total population of 1,490 people, including 781 males and 709 females, living in 363 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.72%, with male literacy at 76.52% and female literacy at 45.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 1,490 | 781 | 709 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 138 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 769 | 492 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 721 | 289 | 432 |
Nearby Villages of Gorkha
Gorkha 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 Gorkha
Gorkha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Benipur to Gorkha is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Gorkha is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gorkha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorkha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gorkha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gorkha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gorkha
Where is Gorkha located?
Gorkha village is located in Alinagar Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gorkha?
The Gram Panchayat of Gorkha is Hanuman Nagar.
What is the pincode of Gorkha?
The pincode of Gorkha is 847405.
What is the population of Gorkha?
Gorkha had a total population of 1,490, including 781 males and 709 females.
How many households are there in Gorkha?
Gorkha had 363 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gorkha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorkha was 61.72%. Male literacy was 76.52% and female literacy was 45.94%.