Gora - Bada Malhera, Chhatarpur
Gora is a village situated in the Bada Malhera tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bada Malhera and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Karki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gora is 458130. The village covers a total geographical area of 147.53 hectares and falls under the 471311 pincode. Bada Malhera is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Gora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gora
As per Census 2011, Gora village has a total population of 263 people, consisting of 136 males and 127 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 153 literate and 110 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 263 | 136 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 153 | 84 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 52 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Gora
Gora 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 Gora
Gora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bada Malhera to Gora is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Gora is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gora
Where is Gora located?
Gora village is located in Bada Malhera Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gora?
The Gram Panchayat of Gora is Karki.
What is the pincode of Gora?
The pincode of Gora is 471311.
What is the population of Gora?
Gora has a total population of 263, including 136 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Gora?
There are 55 households in Gora.
What is the literacy rate in Gora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gora is 58.17%. Male literacy is 61.76% and female literacy is 54.33%.