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.
Here you can discover what makes Gorkha unique in its vibrant Konta-Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. You’ll see Gorkha’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 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.
Google Map of Gorkha
Population of Gorkha
According to the 2011 Census, Gorkha has a total population of about 567, with approximately 331 males and 236 females. The sex ratio is around 712 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 62 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 482. The overall literacy rate is approximately 26.46%, with male literacy at about 41.09% and female literacy near 5.93%. There are around 128 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gorkha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.