Gorihara
Gorihara is a village located in Panki subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. Palamu and Panki are the district & sub-district headquarters of Gorihara village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kekar Garh is the gram panchayat of Gorihara village.
Here you can discover what makes Gorihara unique in its vibrant Panki-Palamu region. You’ll see Gorihara’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 Gorihara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gorihara is 366370. The village spans a total geographical area of 437 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822122. Panki is nearest town to Gorihara village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gorihara
Population of Gorihara
According to the 2011 Census, Gorihara has a total population of about 500, with approximately 237 males and 263 females. The sex ratio is around 1109 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 113 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 114 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 186. The overall literacy rate is approximately 39.40%, with male literacy at about 48.52% and female literacy near 31.18%. There are around 108 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gorihara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 500 | 237 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 55 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 47 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 186 | 88 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 197 | 115 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 122 | 181 |
Connectivity of Gorihara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gorihara. As per the 2011 stats, Gorihara 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 Gorihara
Knowing the nearby villages of Gorihara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gorihara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gorihara
- Where is Gorihara located?
- Gorihara village is situated in Panki Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gorihara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gorihara is Kekar Garh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gorihara?
- The pincode of Gorihara is 822122, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gorihara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gorihara is 500, with 237 males and 263 females.
- How many households are there in Gorihara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gorihara village has a total of 108 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gorihara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorihara is 39.40%. The male literacy rate is 48.52%, while the female literacy rate is 31.18%.