Gorkha

Gorkha is a village located in Begamganj tehsil of Raisen district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Begamganj (tehsildar office) and 106km away from district headquarter Raisen. As per 2009 stats, Majhgawan Sani is the gram panchayat of Gorkha village.

Gorkha has its own place in the vibrant Raisen region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Gorkha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gorkha is 484161. The village spans a total geographical area of 332.4 hectares. Begamganj is nearest town to Gorkha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.

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Population of Gorkha

Below is a concise population overview of Gorkha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 541 291 250
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 88 47 41
Scheduled Castes (SC) 151 82 69
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 283 150 133
Literate Population 305 182 123
Illiterate Population 236 109 127

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gorkha village:

  • The total population of Gorkha village is around 541, including approximately 291 males and 250 females, with a sex ratio of 859 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 88 children aged 0–6 years in Gorkha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gorkha village has 151 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 283 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gorkha village is about 56.38%, with male literacy at 62.54% and female literacy at 49.20%.
  • There are around 109 households in Gorkha village.

Connectivity of Gorkha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gorkha. As per the 2011 stats, Gorkha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gorkha

Knowing the nearby villages of Gorkha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gorkha.

Mahua Kheda Singhai Barha Majhgawa Sani Kenkda Chouka Beragi Lawapani Maddeora Khiriya Ta Papda Padariya Rajadhar Rampura Kakrua Gulab

Frequently Asked Questions about Gorkha

Where is Gorkha located?
Gorkha village is situated in Begamganj Tehsil, within the Raisen district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gorkha?
The Gram Panchayat of Gorkha is Majhgawan Sani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Gorkha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gorkha is 541, with 291 males and 250 females.
How many households are there in Gorkha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gorkha village has a total of 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gorkha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorkha is 56.38%. The male literacy rate is 62.54%, while the female literacy rate is 49.20%.