Gorakhpura
Gorakhpura is a village located in Rajgarh tehsil of Rajgarh district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from Rajgarh, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Gorakhpura village. As per 2009 stats, Gorakhpura village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gorakhpura unique in its vibrant Rajgarh region. You’ll see Gorakhpura’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 Gorakhpura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gorakhpura is 479545. The village spans a total geographical area of 495.07 hectares. Rajgarh is nearest town to Gorakhpura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Gorakhpura
Population of Gorakhpura
According to the 2011 Census, Gorakhpura has a total population of about 1,146, with approximately 581 males and 565 females. The sex ratio is around 972 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 169 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 210 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.26%, with male literacy at about 60.24% and female literacy near 40.00%. There are around 268 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gorakhpura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,146 | 581 | 565 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 87 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 119 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 576 | 350 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 570 | 231 | 339 |
Connectivity of Gorakhpura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gorakhpura. As per the 2011 stats, Gorakhpura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gorakhpura
Knowing the nearby villages of Gorakhpura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gorakhpura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gorakhpura
- Where is Gorakhpura located?
- Gorakhpura village is situated in Rajgarh Tehsil, within the Rajgarh district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gorakhpura?
- Gorakhpura serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gorakhpura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gorakhpura is 1,146, with 581 males and 565 females.
- How many households are there in Gorakhpura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gorakhpura village has a total of 268 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gorakhpura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorakhpura is 50.26%. The male literacy rate is 60.24%, while the female literacy rate is 40.00%.