Gorakhurd
Gorakhurd is a village located in Banda tehsil of Sagar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Banda (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Sagar. As per 2009 stats, Gora Khurd is the gram panchayat of Gorakhurd village.
Here you can discover what makes Gorakhurd unique in its vibrant Banda-Sagar region. You’ll see Gorakhurd’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 Gorakhurd
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gorakhurd is 460274. The village spans a total geographical area of 1068.97 hectares. Banda is nearest town to Gorakhurd village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Gorakhurd
Population of Gorakhurd
According to the 2011 Census, Gorakhurd has a total population of about 1,691, with approximately 886 males and 805 females. The sex ratio is around 908 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 300 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 506 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 468. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.23%, with male literacy at about 65.01% and female literacy near 44.47%. There are around 456 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gorakhurd's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,691 | 886 | 805 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 164 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 506 | 274 | 232 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 468 | 238 | 230 |
| Literate Population | 934 | 576 | 358 |
| Illiterate Population | 757 | 310 | 447 |
Connectivity of Gorakhurd
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gorakhurd. As per the 2011 stats, Gorakhurd 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 |
Nearby Villages of Gorakhurd
Knowing the nearby villages of Gorakhurd helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gorakhurd.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gorakhurd
- Where is Gorakhurd located?
- Gorakhurd village is situated in Banda Tehsil, within the Sagar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gorakhurd?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gorakhurd is Gora Khurd (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gorakhurd as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gorakhurd is 1,691, with 886 males and 805 females.
- How many households are there in Gorakhurd as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gorakhurd village has a total of 456 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gorakhurd as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorakhurd is 55.23%. The male literacy rate is 65.01%, while the female literacy rate is 44.47%.