Gorakhpur - Sahaspur Lohara, Kabeerdham
Gorakhpur is a village situated in the Sahaspur Lohara tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sahaspur Lohara and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Kawardha. Gorakhpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorakhpur is 439562. The village covers a total geographical area of 488.39 hectares and falls under the 491996 pincode. Than-khamharia is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Pandariya 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 1,479 people, consisting of 755 males and 724 females. The village has 303 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 214 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 866 literate and 613 illiterate residents. Additionally, 59 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gorakhpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,479 | 755 | 724 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 94 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 29 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 866 | 543 | 323 |
| Illiterate Population | 613 | 212 | 401 |
Nearby Villages of Gorakhpur
Gorakhpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Deodahra | North-East | 1.67 km |
| Baiji | North | 1.75 km |
| Gopalpur (khanthariya) | South-East | 1.89 km |
| Singhauri | West | 2.23 km |
| Kuwa | East | 2.30 km |
| Ruse | North-West | 2.72 km |
| Gyanpur | North-East | 2.80 km |
| Umraonagar | South-West | 2.82 km |
| Karahi | East | 3.32 km |
| Agarikalan | North-East | 3.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gorakhpur
Gorakhpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ibhe, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Than-khamharia to Gorakhpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Gorakhpur is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 Sahaspur Lohara Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gorakhpur?
Gorakhpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gorakhpur?
The pincode of Gorakhpur is 491996.
What is the population of Gorakhpur?
Gorakhpur has a total population of 1,479, including 755 males and 724 females.
How many households are there in Gorakhpur?
There are 303 households in Gorakhpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gorakhpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorakhpur is 58.55%. Male literacy is 71.92% and female literacy is 44.61%.