Gorakhpur
Gorakhpur is a village located in Jhiranya tehsil of Khargone district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Jhiranya (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Khargone. As per 2009 stats, Gorkhpur is the gram panchayat of Gorakhpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Gorakhpur unique in its vibrant Jhiranya-Khargone 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 477875. The village spans a total geographical area of 1522 hectares. Jhiranya is nearest town to Gorakhpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Gorakhpur
Population of Gorakhpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gorakhpur has a total population of about 2,682, with approximately 1,329 males and 1,353 females. The sex ratio is around 1018 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 619 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 96 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,485. The overall literacy rate is approximately 32.33%, with male literacy at about 40.18% and female literacy near 24.61%. There are around 522 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 | 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 |
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 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| 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 Jhiranya Tehsil, within the Khargone district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gorakhpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gorakhpur is Gorkhpur (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 2,682, with 1,329 males and 1,353 females.
- How many households are there in Gorakhpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gorakhpur village has a total of 522 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gorakhpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorakhpur is 32.33%. The male literacy rate is 40.18%, while the female literacy rate is 24.61%.