Gorkha
Gorkha is a village located in Pehowa tehsil of Kurukshetra district in Haryana, India. It is situated 29km away from sub-district headquarter Pehowa (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Kurukshetra. As per 2009 stats, Gorkha village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gorkha unique in its vibrant Pehowa-Kurukshetra region. You’ll see Gorkha’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 Gorkha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gorkha is 058363. The village spans a total geographical area of 227 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 136136. Pehowa is nearest town to Gorkha village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Gorkha village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Shahbad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gorkha
Population of Gorkha
According to the 2011 Census, Gorkha has a total population of about 1,129, with approximately 607 males and 522 females. The sex ratio is around 859 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 126 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 74 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 66.61%, with male literacy at about 72.82% and female literacy near 59.39%. There are around 200 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gorkha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,129 | 607 | 522 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 64 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 752 | 442 | 310 |
| Illiterate Population | 377 | 165 | 212 |
Connectivity of Gorkha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gorkha. As per the 2011 stats, Gorkha 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gorkha
Knowing the nearby villages of Gorkha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gorkha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gorkha
- Where is Gorkha located?
- Gorkha village is situated in Pehowa Tehsil, within the Kurukshetra district of Haryana, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gorkha?
- Gorkha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gorkha?
- The pincode of Gorkha is 136136, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gorkha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gorkha is 1,129, with 607 males and 522 females.
- How many households are there in Gorkha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gorkha village has a total of 200 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gorkha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorkha is 66.61%. The male literacy rate is 72.82%, while the female literacy rate is 59.39%.