Gorakhada
Gorakhada is a village located in Dharampur taluka of Valsad district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Dharampur (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Valsad. As per 2009 stats, Hanmatmal is the gram panchayat of Gorakhada village.
Here you can discover what makes Gorakhada unique in its vibrant Dharampur-Valsad region. You’ll see Gorakhada’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 Gorakhada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gorakhada is 523358. The village spans a total geographical area of 442.33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 396051. Dharampur is nearest town to Gorakhada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Gorakhada
Population of Gorakhada
According to the 2011 Census, Gorakhada has a total population of about 973, with approximately 482 males and 491 females. The sex ratio is around 1018 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 166 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 972. The overall literacy rate is approximately 34.22%, with male literacy at about 40.66% and female literacy near 27.90%. There are around 173 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gorakhada's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 973 | 482 | 491 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 84 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 972 | 482 | 490 |
| Literate Population | 333 | 196 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 640 | 286 | 354 |
Connectivity of Gorakhada
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gorakhada. As per the 2011 stats, Gorakhada 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gorakhada
Knowing the nearby villages of Gorakhada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gorakhada.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gorakhada
- Where is Gorakhada located?
- Gorakhada village is situated in Dharampur Taluka, within the Valsad district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gorakhada?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gorakhada is Hanmatmal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gorakhada?
- The pincode of Gorakhada is 396051, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gorakhada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gorakhada is 973, with 482 males and 491 females.
- How many households are there in Gorakhada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gorakhada village has a total of 173 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gorakhada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorakhada is 34.22%. The male literacy rate is 40.66%, while the female literacy rate is 27.90%.