Gorkhi - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Gorkhi is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Gorkhi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorkhi is 516617. The village covers a total geographical area of 1024.16 hectares and falls under the 364140 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Gorkhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talaja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gorkhi
According to the 2011 Census, Gorkhi village had a total population of 5,990 people, including 3,020 males and 2,970 females, living in 1,139 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.50%, with male literacy at 84.81% and female literacy at 63.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 100.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,795 | 2,188 | 1,607 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,195 | 832 | 1,363 |
Nearby Villages of Gorkhi
Gorkhi 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 Gorkhi
Gorkhi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talaja to Gorkhi is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Gorkhi is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gorkhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorkhi 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 Gorkhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gorkhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gorkhi
Where is Gorkhi located?
Gorkhi village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gorkhi?
Gorkhi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gorkhi?
The pincode of Gorkhi is 364140.
What is the population of Gorkhi?
Gorkhi had a total population of 5,990, including 3,020 males and 2,970 females.
How many households are there in Gorkhi?
Gorkhi had 1,139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gorkhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorkhi was 74.50%. Male literacy was 84.81% and female literacy was 63.92%.