Gorakhpur - Pipariya, Kabeerdham
Gorakhpur is a village situated in the Pipariya tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from Kawardha and around 20 km from Kawardha. Bardi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gorakhpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorakhpur is 439078. The village covers a total geographical area of 149.89 hectares and falls under the 491995 pincode. Pipariya is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Gorakhpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the KAWARDHA Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gorakhpur
As per Census 2011, Gorakhpur village has a total population of 550 people, consisting of 276 males and 274 females. The village has 132 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 214 literate and 336 illiterate residents. Additionally, 389 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 52 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gorakhpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 550 | 276 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 56 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 389 | 190 | 199 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 214 | 131 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 336 | 145 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Gorakhpur
Gorakhpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gorakhpur
Gorakhpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gorakhpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pipariya to Gorakhpur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Gorakhpur is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gorakhpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorakhpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gorakhpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gorakhpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gorakhpur
Where is Gorakhpur located?
Gorakhpur village is located in Pipariya Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gorakhpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gorakhpur is Bardi.
What is the pincode of Gorakhpur?
The pincode of Gorakhpur is 491995.
What is the population of Gorakhpur?
Gorakhpur has a total population of 550, including 276 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Gorakhpur?
There are 132 households in Gorakhpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gorakhpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorakhpur is 38.91%. Male literacy is 47.46% and female literacy is 30.29%.