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.
Here you can discover what makes Gorakhpur unique in its vibrant Jamai-Chhindwara region. You’ll see Gorakhpur’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Gorakhpur has a total population of about 509, with approximately 259 males and 250 females. The sex ratio is around 965 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 109 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 212 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 284. The overall literacy rate is approximately 33.99%, with male literacy at about 35.91% and female literacy near 32.00%. There are around 103 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gorakhpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.