Gorpa
Gorpa is a village located in Dhamdha tehsil of Durg district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Dhamdha (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Durg. As per 2009 stats, Gorpa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gorpa unique in its vibrant Dhamdha-Durg region. You’ll see Gorpa’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 Gorpa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gorpa is 442392. The village spans a total geographical area of 285.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496450. Dhamdha is nearest town to Gorpa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gorpa 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 Saja 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 Gorpa
Population of Gorpa
According to the 2011 Census, Gorpa has a total population of about 633, with approximately 330 males and 303 females. The sex ratio is around 918 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 94 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 90. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.82%, with male literacy at about 66.67% and female literacy near 54.46%. There are around 126 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gorpa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 633 | 330 | 303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 57 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 45 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 385 | 220 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 248 | 110 | 138 |
Connectivity of Gorpa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gorpa. As per the 2011 stats, Gorpa 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gorpa
Knowing the nearby villages of Gorpa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gorpa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gorpa
- Where is Gorpa located?
- Gorpa village is situated in Dhamdha Tehsil, within the Durg district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gorpa?
- Gorpa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gorpa?
- The pincode of Gorpa is 496450, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gorpa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gorpa is 633, with 330 males and 303 females.
- How many households are there in Gorpa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gorpa village has a total of 126 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gorpa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorpa is 60.82%. The male literacy rate is 66.67%, while the female literacy rate is 54.46%.