Gorakhpur
Gorakhpur is a village located in Dhanora tehsil of Seoni district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Dhanora (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Seoni. As per 2009 stats, Gorakhpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Gorakhpur has its own place in the vibrant Seoni 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 Gorakhpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gorakhpur is 496378. The village spans a total geographical area of 642 hectares. Lakhnadon is nearest town to Gorakhpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gorakhpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Lakhnadon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gorakhpur
Population of Gorakhpur
Below is a concise population overview of Gorakhpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,330 | 679 | 651 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 106 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 29 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 693 | 367 | 326 |
| Literate Population | 809 | 458 | 351 |
| Illiterate Population | 521 | 221 | 300 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gorakhpur village:
- The total population of Gorakhpur village is around 1,330, including approximately 679 males and 651 females, with a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 220 children aged 0–6 years in Gorakhpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gorakhpur village has 51 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 693 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gorakhpur village is about 60.83%, with male literacy at 67.45% and female literacy at 53.92%.
- There are around 299 households in Gorakhpur village.
Connectivity of Gorakhpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gorakhpur. As per the 2011 stats, Gorakhpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gorakhpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Gorakhpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gorakhpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gorakhpur
- Where is Gorakhpur located?
- Gorakhpur village is situated in Dhanora Tehsil, within the Seoni district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gorakhpur?
- Gorakhpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gorakhpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gorakhpur is 1,330, with 679 males and 651 females.
- How many households are there in Gorakhpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gorakhpur village has a total of 299 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gorakhpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorakhpur is 60.83%. The male literacy rate is 67.45%, while the female literacy rate is 53.92%.