Gorakhpur
Gorakhpur is a village located in Jamai tehsil of Chhindwara district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Jamai (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Chhindwara. As per 2009 stats, Machighat Mal is the gram panchayat of Gorakhpur village.
Gorakhpur has its own place in the vibrant Chhindwara region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Gorakhpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gorakhpur is 494596. The village spans a total geographical area of 196.04 hectares. Jamai is nearest town to Gorakhpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
Google Map of Gorakhpur
Population of Gorakhpur
Below is a concise population overview of Gorakhpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 509 | 259 | 250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 64 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 212 | 113 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 284 | 142 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 173 | 93 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 336 | 166 | 170 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gorakhpur village:
- The total population of Gorakhpur village is around 509, including approximately 259 males and 250 females, with a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 109 children aged 0–6 years in Gorakhpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gorakhpur village has 212 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 284 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gorakhpur village is about 33.99%, with male literacy at 35.91% and female literacy at 32.00%.
- There are around 103 households in Gorakhpur village.
Connectivity of Gorakhpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gorakhpur. As per the 2011 stats, Gorakhpur 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gorakhpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Gorakhpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gorakhpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gorakhpur
- Where is Gorakhpur located?
- Gorakhpur village is situated in Jamai Tehsil, within the Chhindwara district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gorakhpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gorakhpur is Machighat Mal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gorakhpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gorakhpur is 509, with 259 males and 250 females.
- How many households are there in Gorakhpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gorakhpur village has a total of 103 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gorakhpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorakhpur is 33.99%. The male literacy rate is 35.91%, while the female literacy rate is 32.00%.