Gorakhpur - Chhapara, Seoni
Gorakhpur is a village situated in the Chhapara tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dungaria Chhapara and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Gorkahpur(ghugsa) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gorakhpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorakhpur is 495955. The village covers a total geographical area of 536.82 hectares and falls under the 480884 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 32 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 Seoni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gorakhpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gorakhpur village had a total population of 899 people, including 414 males and 485 females, living in 212 households. The sex ratio was 1,171 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.28%, with male literacy at 86.94% and female literacy at 69.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 54, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 552.
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 | 899 | 414 | 485 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 54 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 25 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 552 | 247 | 305 |
| Literate Population | 609 | 313 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 290 | 101 | 189 |
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 bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Lakhnadon to Gorakhpur is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Gorakhpur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gorakhpur
Where is Gorakhpur located?
Gorakhpur village is located in Chhapara Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gorakhpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gorakhpur is Gorkahpur(ghugsa).
What is the pincode of Gorakhpur?
The pincode of Gorakhpur is 480884.
What is the population of Gorakhpur?
Gorakhpur had a total population of 899, including 414 males and 485 females.
How many households are there in Gorakhpur?
Gorakhpur had 212 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gorakhpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorakhpur was 77.28%. Male literacy was 86.94% and female literacy was 69.16%.