Gorakhpur
Gorakhpur is a village located in Lormi tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Lormi (tehsildar office) and 78km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Gorakhpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gorakhpur unique in its vibrant Lormi-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Gorakhpur’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 Gorakhpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gorakhpur is 437775. The village spans a total geographical area of 314.44 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495115. Lormi is nearest town to Gorakhpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gorakhpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Lormi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gorakhpur
Population of Gorakhpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gorakhpur has a total population of about 902, with approximately 474 males and 428 females. The sex ratio is around 902 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 186 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 336 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 41.24%, with male literacy at about 49.16% and female literacy near 32.48%. There are around 193 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gorakhpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 902 | 474 | 428 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 104 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 336 | 183 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 372 | 233 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 530 | 241 | 289 |
Connectivity of Gorakhpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gorakhpur. As per the 2011 stats, Gorakhpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gorakhpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Gorakhpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gorakhpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gorakhpur
- Where is Gorakhpur located?
- Gorakhpur village is situated in Lormi Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gorakhpur?
- Gorakhpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gorakhpur?
- The pincode of Gorakhpur is 495115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gorakhpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gorakhpur is 902, with 474 males and 428 females.
- How many households are there in Gorakhpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gorakhpur village has a total of 193 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gorakhpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorakhpur is 41.24%. The male literacy rate is 49.16%, while the female literacy rate is 32.48%.