Gorda
Gorda is a village located in Shahpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from district headquarter Shahpur. Shahpur is the sub-district headquarter of Gorda village. As per 2009 stats, Gorda village is also a gram panchayat.
Gorda has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Gorda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gorda is 009353. The village spans a total geographical area of 100.68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176206. Dharmsala is nearest town to Gorda village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Gorda 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 Shahpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gorda
Population of Gorda
Below is a concise population overview of Gorda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,035 | 495 | 540 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 48 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 268 | 129 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 115 | 52 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 817 | 421 | 396 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 74 | 144 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gorda village:
- The total population of Gorda village is around 1,035, including approximately 495 males and 540 females, with a sex ratio of 1090 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 95 children aged 0–6 years in Gorda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gorda village has 268 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 115 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gorda village is about 78.94%, with male literacy at 85.05% and female literacy at 73.33%.
- There are around 239 households in Gorda village.
Connectivity of Gorda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gorda. As per the 2011 stats, Gorda 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gorda
Knowing the nearby villages of Gorda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gorda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gorda
- Where is Gorda located?
- Gorda village is situated in Shahpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gorda?
- Gorda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gorda?
- The pincode of Gorda is 176206, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gorda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gorda is 1,035, with 495 males and 540 females.
- How many households are there in Gorda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gorda village has a total of 239 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gorda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorda is 78.94%. The male literacy rate is 85.05%, while the female literacy rate is 73.33%.