Gorakhpur - Ghughari, Mandla
Gorakhpur is a village situated in the Ghughari tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. Singarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gorakhpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorakhpur is 492995. The village covers a total geographical area of 167 hectares and falls under the 481664 pincode. Mandla is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Gorakhpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Niwas Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gorakhpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gorakhpur village had a total population of 519 people, including 252 males and 267 females, living in 136 households. The sex ratio was 1,060 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.88%, with male literacy at 70.95% and female literacy at 46.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 388.
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 | 519 | 252 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 42 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 388 | 190 | 198 |
| Literate Population | 257 | 149 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 262 | 103 | 159 |
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 Mandla to Gorakhpur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 2-5 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 Ghughari Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gorakhpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gorakhpur is Singarpur.
What is the pincode of Gorakhpur?
The pincode of Gorakhpur is 481664.
What is the population of Gorakhpur?
Gorakhpur had a total population of 519, including 252 males and 267 females.
How many households are there in Gorakhpur?
Gorakhpur had 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gorakhpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorakhpur was 57.88%. Male literacy was 70.95% and female literacy was 46.15%.