Gourkheda
Gourkheda is a village located in Pendra Road Gorella tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Gaurella (tehsildar office) and 97km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Thegadand is the gram panchayat of Gourkheda village.
Gourkheda has its own place in the vibrant Bilaspur 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 Gourkheda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gourkheda is 437480. The village spans a total geographical area of 278.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491559. Gaurella is nearest town to Gourkheda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Gourkheda
Below is a concise population overview of Gourkheda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 929 | 457 | 472 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 82 | 87 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 827 | 408 | 419 |
Literate Population | 440 | 262 | 178 |
Illiterate Population | 489 | 195 | 294 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gourkheda village:
- The total population of Gourkheda village is around 929, including approximately 457 males and 472 females, with a sex ratio of 1032 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 169 children aged 0–6 years in Gourkheda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gourkheda village has 21 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 827 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gourkheda village is about 47.36%, with male literacy at 57.33% and female literacy at 37.71%.
- There are around 240 households in Gourkheda village.
Connectivity of Gourkheda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gourkheda. As per the 2011 stats, Gourkheda 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 |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gourkheda
Knowing the nearby villages of Gourkheda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gourkheda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gourkheda
- Where is Gourkheda located?
- Gourkheda village is situated in Pendra Road Gorella Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gourkheda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gourkheda is Thegadand (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gourkheda?
- The pincode of Gourkheda is 491559, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gourkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gourkheda is 929, with 457 males and 472 females.
- How many households are there in Gourkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gourkheda village has a total of 240 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gourkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gourkheda is 47.36%. The male literacy rate is 57.33%, while the female literacy rate is 37.71%.