Gorhar
Gorhar is a village located in Barkatha subdivision of Hazaribagh district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Barhi (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Hazaribagh. As per 2009 stats, Gorhar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gorhar unique in its vibrant Barkatha-Hazaribagh region. You’ll see Gorhar’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 Gorhar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gorhar is 368346. The village spans a total geographical area of 2531.95 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825323. Barkatha is nearest town to Gorhar village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gorhar
Population of Gorhar
According to the 2011 Census, Gorhar has a total population of about 6,734, with approximately 3,389 males and 3,345 females. The sex ratio is around 987 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,240 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 693 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,874. The overall literacy rate is approximately 41.64%, with male literacy at about 56.15% and female literacy near 26.94%. There are around 1,085 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gorhar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,734 | 3,389 | 3,345 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,240 | 601 | 639 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 693 | 344 | 349 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,874 | 922 | 952 |
| Literate Population | 2,804 | 1,903 | 901 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,930 | 1,486 | 2,444 |
Connectivity of Gorhar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gorhar. As per the 2011 stats, Gorhar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gorhar
Knowing the nearby villages of Gorhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gorhar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gorhar
- Where is Gorhar located?
- Gorhar village is situated in Barkatha Subdivision, within the Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gorhar?
- Gorhar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gorhar?
- The pincode of Gorhar is 825323, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gorhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gorhar is 6,734, with 3,389 males and 3,345 females.
- How many households are there in Gorhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gorhar village has a total of 1,085 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gorhar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorhar is 41.64%. The male literacy rate is 56.15%, while the female literacy rate is 26.94%.