Gora
Gora is a village located in Rajnagar tehsil of Chhatarpur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Rajnagar (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Chhatarpur. As per 2009 stats, Gora village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gora unique in its vibrant Rajnagar-Chhatarpur region. You’ll see Gora’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 Gora
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gora is 458004. The village spans a total geographical area of 1241.89 hectares. Rajnagar is nearest town to Gora village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gora 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 Rajnagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khajuraho Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gora
Population of Gora
According to the 2011 Census, Gora has a total population of about 1,439, with approximately 782 males and 657 females. The sex ratio is around 840 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 271 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 335 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 22. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.98%, with male literacy at about 58.70% and female literacy near 43.99%. There are around 305 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gora's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,439 | 782 | 657 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 156 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 335 | 187 | 148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 748 | 459 | 289 |
| Illiterate Population | 691 | 323 | 368 |
Connectivity of Gora
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gora. As per the 2011 stats, Gora 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gora
Knowing the nearby villages of Gora helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gora.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gora
- Where is Gora located?
- Gora village is situated in Rajnagar Tehsil, within the Chhatarpur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gora?
- Gora serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gora is 1,439, with 782 males and 657 females.
- How many households are there in Gora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gora village has a total of 305 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gora as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gora is 51.98%. The male literacy rate is 58.70%, while the female literacy rate is 43.99%.