Gorkhi
Gorkhi is a village located in Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Talaja (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Bhavnagar. As per 2009 stats, Gorkhi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gorkhi unique in its vibrant Talaja-Bhavnagar region. You’ll see Gorkhi’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 Gorkhi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gorkhi is 516617. The village spans a total geographical area of 1024.16 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 364140. Talaja is nearest town to Gorkhi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
Google Map of Gorkhi
Population of Gorkhi
According to the 2011 Census, Gorkhi has a total population of about 5,990, with approximately 3,020 males and 2,970 females. The sex ratio is around 983 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 896 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 100 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.36%, with male literacy at about 72.45% and female literacy near 54.11%. There are around 1,139 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gorkhi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,990 | 3,020 | 2,970 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 896 | 440 | 456 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 47 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,795 | 2,188 | 1,607 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,195 | 832 | 1,363 |
Connectivity of Gorkhi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gorkhi. As per the 2011 stats, Gorkhi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gorkhi
Knowing the nearby villages of Gorkhi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gorkhi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gorkhi
- Where is Gorkhi located?
- Gorkhi village is situated in Talaja Taluka, within the Bhavnagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gorkhi?
- Gorkhi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gorkhi?
- The pincode of Gorkhi is 364140, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gorkhi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gorkhi is 5,990, with 3,020 males and 2,970 females.
- How many households are there in Gorkhi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gorkhi village has a total of 1,139 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gorkhi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorkhi is 63.36%. The male literacy rate is 72.45%, while the female literacy rate is 54.11%.