Gorakhpurkalan - Seoni
Gorakhpurkalan is a village situated in the Seoni tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from Seoni, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Gorakhpurkalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorakhpurkalan is 496686. The village covers a total geographical area of 1111.79 hectares and falls under the 480661 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Gorakhpurkalan 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 Gorakhpurkalan
As per Census 2011, Gorakhpurkalan village has a total population of 1,303 people, consisting of 678 males and 625 females. The village has 277 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 154 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 786 literate and 517 illiterate residents. Additionally, 148 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 870 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gorakhpurkalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,303 | 678 | 625 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 77 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 78 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 870 | 442 | 428 |
| Literate Population | 786 | 461 | 325 |
| Illiterate Population | 517 | 217 | 300 |
Nearby Villages of Gorakhpurkalan
Gorakhpurkalan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Aloniya | South | 2.45 km |
| Jhilmili | East | 2.71 km |
| Boriya | North-East | 2.96 km |
| Narayanganj | South-East | 3.15 km |
| Suwakheda | North | 3.58 km |
| Mothar | West | 3.86 km |
| Payli Khurd | North-West | 4.76 km |
| Bandol | South | 4.78 km |
| Bamhanwada | North-West | 5.34 km |
| Kuklah | South-East | 5.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gorakhpurkalan
Gorakhpurkalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Bhoma, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Seoni to Gorakhpurkalan is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gorakhpurkalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorakhpurkalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gorakhpurkalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gorakhpurkalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gorakhpurkalan
Where is Gorakhpurkalan located?
Gorakhpurkalan village is located in Seoni Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gorakhpurkalan?
Gorakhpurkalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gorakhpurkalan?
The pincode of Gorakhpurkalan is 480661.
What is the population of Gorakhpurkalan?
Gorakhpurkalan has a total population of 1,303, including 678 males and 625 females.
How many households are there in Gorakhpurkalan?
There are 277 households in Gorakhpurkalan.
What is the literacy rate in Gorakhpurkalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorakhpurkalan is 60.32%. Male literacy is 67.99% and female literacy is 52.00%.