Gorikheda
Gorikheda is a village located in Pansemal tehsil of Barwani district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Pansemal (tehsildar office) and 93km away from district headquarter Barwani. As per 2009 stats, Junapani is the gram panchayat of Gorikheda village.
Here you can discover what makes Gorikheda unique in its vibrant Pansemal-Barwani region. You’ll see Gorikheda’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 Gorikheda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gorikheda is 478426. The village spans a total geographical area of 283.86 hectares. Pansemal is nearest town to Gorikheda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gorikheda 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 Pansemal Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khargone Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gorikheda
Population of Gorikheda
According to the 2011 Census, Gorikheda has a total population of about 1,797, with approximately 920 males and 877 females. The sex ratio is around 953 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 366 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 276 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,520. The overall literacy rate is approximately 30.55%, with male literacy at about 33.15% and female literacy near 27.82%. There are around 367 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gorikheda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,797 | 920 | 877 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 366 | 193 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 276 | 145 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,520 | 774 | 746 |
| Literate Population | 549 | 305 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,248 | 615 | 633 |
Connectivity of Gorikheda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gorikheda. As per the 2011 stats, Gorikheda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gorikheda
Knowing the nearby villages of Gorikheda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gorikheda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gorikheda
- Where is Gorikheda located?
- Gorikheda village is situated in Pansemal Tehsil, within the Barwani district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gorikheda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gorikheda is Junapani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gorikheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gorikheda is 1,797, with 920 males and 877 females.
- How many households are there in Gorikheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gorikheda village has a total of 367 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gorikheda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorikheda is 30.55%. The male literacy rate is 33.15%, while the female literacy rate is 27.82%.