Gorakhpur - Jhiranya, Khargone (West Nimar)
Gorakhpur is a village situated in the Jhiranya tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhiranya and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Gorkhpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gorakhpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorakhpur is 477875. The village covers a total geographical area of 1522 hectares and falls under the 451332 pincode. Jhiranya is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Gorakhpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gorakhpur
As per Census 2011, Gorakhpur village has a total population of 2,682 people, consisting of 1,329 males and 1,353 females. The village has 522 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 619 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 867 literate and 1,815 illiterate residents. Additionally, 96 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,485 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gorakhpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,682 | 1,329 | 1,353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 619 | 293 | 326 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 50 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,485 | 1,230 | 1,255 |
| Literate Population | 867 | 534 | 333 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,815 | 795 | 1,020 |
Nearby Villages of Gorakhpur
Gorakhpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gorakhpur
Gorakhpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhiranya to Gorakhpur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Gorakhpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gorakhpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorakhpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gorakhpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gorakhpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gorakhpur
Where is Gorakhpur located?
Gorakhpur village is located in Jhiranya Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gorakhpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gorakhpur is Gorkhpur.
What is the pincode of Gorakhpur?
The pincode of Gorakhpur is 451332.
What is the population of Gorakhpur?
Gorakhpur has a total population of 2,682, including 1,329 males and 1,353 females.
How many households are there in Gorakhpur?
There are 522 households in Gorakhpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gorakhpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorakhpur is 32.33%. Male literacy is 40.18% and female literacy is 24.61%.