Gorkola
Gorkola is a village located in Azamnagar subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Azamnagar (tehsildar office) and 51km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Alampur is the gram panchayat of Gorkola village.
Here you can discover what makes Gorkola unique in its vibrant Azamnagar-Katihar region. You’ll see Gorkola’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 Gorkola
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gorkola is 225147. The village spans a total geographical area of 29.9 hectares. Katihar is nearest town to Gorkola village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 51km away.
Google Map of Gorkola
Population of Gorkola
According to the 2011 Census, Gorkola has a total population of about 273, with approximately 144 males and 129 females. The sex ratio is around 895 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 43 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 39.56%, with male literacy at about 51.39% and female literacy near 26.36%. There are around 69 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gorkola's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 273 | 144 | 129 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 24 | 19 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 108 | 74 | 34 |
Illiterate Population | 165 | 70 | 95 |
Connectivity of Gorkola
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gorkola. As per the 2011 stats, Gorkola had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gorkola
Knowing the nearby villages of Gorkola helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gorkola.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gorkola
- Where is Gorkola located?
- Gorkola village is situated in Azamnagar Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gorkola?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gorkola is Alampur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gorkola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gorkola is 273, with 144 males and 129 females.
- How many households are there in Gorkola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gorkola village has a total of 69 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gorkola as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorkola is 39.56%. The male literacy rate is 51.39%, while the female literacy rate is 26.36%.