Gorgaon
Gorgaon is a village located in Korha subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Korha (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Basgarha is the gram panchayat of Gorgaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Gorgaon unique in its vibrant Korha-Katihar region. You’ll see Gorgaon’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 Gorgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gorgaon is 224354. The village spans a total geographical area of 390.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 854108. Katihar is nearest town to Gorgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Gorgaon
Population of Gorgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Gorgaon has a total population of about 2,813, with approximately 1,439 males and 1,374 females. The sex ratio is around 954 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 555 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,207 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 287. The overall literacy rate is approximately 34.62%, with male literacy at about 40.03% and female literacy near 28.97%. There are around 527 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gorgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,813 | 1,439 | 1,374 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 555 | 272 | 283 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,207 | 619 | 588 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 287 | 150 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 974 | 576 | 398 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,839 | 863 | 976 |
Connectivity of Gorgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gorgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Gorgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gorgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Gorgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gorgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gorgaon
- Where is Gorgaon located?
- Gorgaon village is situated in Korha Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gorgaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gorgaon is Basgarha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gorgaon?
- The pincode of Gorgaon is 854108, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gorgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gorgaon is 2,813, with 1,439 males and 1,374 females.
- How many households are there in Gorgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gorgaon village has a total of 527 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gorgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorgaon is 34.62%. The male literacy rate is 40.03%, while the female literacy rate is 28.97%.