Gorakhpur - Kurai, Seoni
Gorakhpur is a village situated in the Kurai tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurai and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Chandarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gorakhpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorakhpur is 497158. The village covers a total geographical area of 156.68 hectares and falls under the 480886 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Gorakhpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gorakhpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gorakhpur village had a total population of 448 people, including 213 males and 235 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 1,103 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.44%, with male literacy at 88.95% and female literacy at 67.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 264.
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 | 448 | 213 | 235 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 32 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 264 | 130 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 302 | 161 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 52 | 94 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Seoni to Gorakhpur is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gorakhpur
Where is Gorakhpur located?
Gorakhpur village is located in Kurai Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gorakhpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gorakhpur is Chandarpur.
What is the pincode of Gorakhpur?
The pincode of Gorakhpur is 480886.
What is the population of Gorakhpur?
Gorakhpur had a total population of 448, including 213 males and 235 females.
How many households are there in Gorakhpur?
Gorakhpur had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gorakhpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorakhpur was 77.44%. Male literacy was 88.95% and female literacy was 67.46%.