Gorkhpur
Gorkhpur is a village located in Bemetara tehsil of Durg district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Bemetara (tehsildar office) and 115km away from district headquarter Durg. As per 2009 stats, Jangal Pur is the gram panchayat of Gorkhpur village.
Gorkhpur has its own place in the vibrant Durg 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 Gorkhpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gorkhpur is 441886. The village spans a total geographical area of 120.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491338. Bemetara is nearest town to Gorkhpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gorkhpur 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 Nawagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Durg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gorkhpur
Population of Gorkhpur
Below is a concise population overview of Gorkhpur 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 | 427 | 208 | 219 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 25 | 37 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 51 | 52 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
Literate Population | 287 | 157 | 130 |
Illiterate Population | 140 | 51 | 89 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gorkhpur village:
- The total population of Gorkhpur village is around 427, including approximately 208 males and 219 females, with a sex ratio of 1052 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 62 children aged 0–6 years in Gorkhpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gorkhpur village has 103 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 42 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gorkhpur village is about 67.21%, with male literacy at 75.48% and female literacy at 59.36%.
- There are around 91 households in Gorkhpur village.
Connectivity of Gorkhpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gorkhpur. As per the 2011 stats, Gorkhpur 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 <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gorkhpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Gorkhpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gorkhpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gorkhpur
- Where is Gorkhpur located?
- Gorkhpur village is situated in Bemetara Tehsil, within the Durg district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gorkhpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gorkhpur is Jangal Pur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gorkhpur?
- The pincode of Gorkhpur is 491338, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gorkhpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gorkhpur is 427, with 208 males and 219 females.
- How many households are there in Gorkhpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gorkhpur village has a total of 91 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gorkhpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorkhpur is 67.21%. The male literacy rate is 75.48%, while the female literacy rate is 59.36%.