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.
Here you can discover what makes Gourkheda unique in its vibrant Pendra Road Gorella-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Gourkheda’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Gourkheda has a total population of about 929, with approximately 457 males and 472 females. The sex ratio is around 1032 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 169 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 21 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 827. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.36%, with male literacy at about 57.33% and female literacy near 37.71%. There are around 240 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gourkheda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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) |
|---|---|
| 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%.