Gorakhpur
Gorakhpur is a village located in Mohkhed tehsil of Chhindwara district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Mohkhed (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Chhindwara. As per 2009 stats, Gorakhpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gorakhpur unique in its vibrant Mohkhed-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 495160. The village spans a total geographical area of 367 hectares. Chhindwara is nearest town to Gorakhpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Gorakhpur
Population of Gorakhpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gorakhpur has a total population of about 1,104, with approximately 557 males and 547 females. The sex ratio is around 982 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 93 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 123 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 9. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.47%, with male literacy at about 77.56% and female literacy near 63.25%. There are around 252 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 | 1,104 | 557 | 547 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 52 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 70 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 778 | 432 | 346 |
| Illiterate Population | 326 | 125 | 201 |
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 <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 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 Mohkhed Tehsil, within the Chhindwara district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gorakhpur?
- Gorakhpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gorakhpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gorakhpur is 1,104, with 557 males and 547 females.
- How many households are there in Gorakhpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gorakhpur village has a total of 252 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gorakhpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorakhpur is 70.47%. The male literacy rate is 77.56%, while the female literacy rate is 63.25%.