Gorho - Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha*, Palamu
Gorho is a village situated in the Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha* subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhatarpur and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Medininagar (daltonganj). Karkata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gorho village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorho is 365632. The village covers a total geographical area of 311 hectares and falls under the 822113 pincode.
Gorho village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gorho
According to the 2011 Census, Gorho village had a total population of 341 people, including 169 males and 172 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 1,018 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.82%, with male literacy at 53.17% and female literacy at 44.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 153, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 64.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 341 | 169 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 43 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 74 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 29 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 67 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 102 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Gorho
Gorho is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gorho
Gorho is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Medininagar (daltonganj) to Gorho is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gorho
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorho village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gorho
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gorho village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gorho
Where is Gorho located?
Gorho village is located in Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha* Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gorho?
The Gram Panchayat of Gorho is Karkata.
What is the pincode of Gorho?
The pincode of Gorho is 822113.
What is the population of Gorho?
Gorho had a total population of 341, including 169 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Gorho?
Gorho had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gorho?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorho was 48.82%. Male literacy was 53.17% and female literacy was 44.53%.