Gorkha

Gorkha is a village located in Konta tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Konta (tehsildar office) and 155km away from district headquarter Dantewada. As per 2009 stats, Kottacheru is the gram panchayat of Gorkha village.

Gorkha has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Bastar Dantewada 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 Gorkha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gorkha is 450384. The village spans a total geographical area of 1163.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494114. Konta is nearest town to Gorkha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.

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Population of Gorkha

Below is a concise population overview of Gorkha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 567 331 236
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 62 36 26
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 482 246 236
Literate Population 150 136 14
Illiterate Population 417 195 222

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gorkha village:

  • The total population of Gorkha village is around 567, including approximately 331 males and 236 females, with a sex ratio of 712 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 62 children aged 0–6 years in Gorkha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gorkha village has 482 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gorkha village is about 26.46%, with male literacy at 41.09% and female literacy at 5.93%.
  • There are around 128 households in Gorkha village.

Connectivity of Gorkha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gorkha. As per the 2011 stats, Gorkha 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gorkha

Knowing the nearby villages of Gorkha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gorkha.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gorkha

Where is Gorkha located?
Gorkha village is situated in Konta Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gorkha?
The Gram Panchayat of Gorkha is Kottacheru (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gorkha?
The pincode of Gorkha is 494114, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gorkha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gorkha is 567, with 331 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Gorkha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gorkha village has a total of 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gorkha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorkha is 26.46%. The male literacy rate is 41.09%, while the female literacy rate is 5.93%.