Gorat
About Gorat
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gorat village is 011811. Gorat village is located in Palampur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 40km away from district headquarter Palampur. Palampur is the sub-district headquarter of Gorat village. As per 2009 stats, Rajpur is the gram panchayat of Gorat village.
The total geographical area of village is 38.82 hectares. Gorat has a total population of 787 peoples, out of which male population is 414 while female population is 373. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 900 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gorat village is 78.65% out of which 84.06% males and 72.65% females are literate. There are about 194 houses in gorat village. Pincode of gorat village locality is 176061.
When it comes to administration, Gorat village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gorat village comes under Palampur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Palampur is nearest town to gorat village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Gorat
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 787 | 414 | 373 |
| Literate Population | 619 | 348 | 271 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 66 | 102 |
Connectivity of Gorat
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gorat
Where is Gorat located?
Gorat village is situated in Palampur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gorat?
The Gram Panchayat of Gorat is Rajpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gorat?
The pincode of Gorat is 176061, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gorat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gorat is 787, with 414 males and 373 females.
How many households are there in Gorat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gorat village has a total of 194 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gorat as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorat is 78.65%. The male literacy rate is 84.06%, while the female literacy rate is 72.65%.