Gora - Seondha, Datia
Gora is a village situated in the Seondha tehsil of Datia district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Seondha and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Datia. Mohanpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gora is 454432. The village covers a total geographical area of 149.76 hectares and falls under the 475673 pincode. Seondha is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gora
According to the 2011 Census, Gora village had a total population of 416 people, including 214 males and 202 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.67%, with male literacy at 83.70% and female literacy at 56.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 221.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 416 | 214 | 202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 221 | 108 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 253 | 154 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 60 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Gora
Gora is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Badokhari | North-West | 1.51 km |
| Teda | South-East | 1.59 km |
| Karila | South-West | 1.64 km |
| Mohanpura | East | 2.11 km |
| Parsondabaman | South | 2.54 km |
| Jasawali | North-East | 2.56 km |
| Ramnehar | West | 3.07 km |
| Porsa | South-West | 3.12 km |
| Simariya | South-East | 3.15 km |
| Rathawali | North | 3.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gora
Gora is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Erich Road, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Seondha to Gora is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Datia to Gora is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 2-5 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gora
Where is Gora located?
Gora village is located in Seondha Tehsil, Datia district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gora?
The Gram Panchayat of Gora is Mohanpura.
What is the pincode of Gora?
The pincode of Gora is 475673.
What is the population of Gora?
Gora had a total population of 416, including 214 males and 202 females.
How many households are there in Gora?
Gora had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gora was 70.67%. Male literacy was 83.70% and female literacy was 56.90%.