Ghorsa
Ghorsa is a village located in Jaisinghnagar tehsil of Shahdol district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Jaisinghnagar (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Shahdol. As per 2009 stats, Ghorsa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ghorsa unique in its vibrant Jaisinghnagar-Shahdol region. You’ll see Ghorsa’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 Ghorsa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghorsa is 501041. The village spans a total geographical area of 816.28 hectares. Beohari is nearest town to Ghorsa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Ghorsa
Population of Ghorsa
According to the 2011 Census, Ghorsa has a total population of about 1,209, with approximately 623 males and 586 females. The sex ratio is around 940 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 205 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 58 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 683. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.38%, with male literacy at about 55.38% and female literacy near 43.00%. There are around 286 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghorsa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,209 | 623 | 586 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 105 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 22 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 683 | 356 | 327 |
| Literate Population | 597 | 345 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 612 | 278 | 334 |
Connectivity of Ghorsa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghorsa. As per the 2011 stats, Ghorsa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghorsa
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghorsa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghorsa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghorsa
- Where is Ghorsa located?
- Ghorsa village is situated in Jaisinghnagar Tehsil, within the Shahdol district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghorsa?
- Ghorsa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Ghorsa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghorsa is 1,209, with 623 males and 586 females.
- How many households are there in Ghorsa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghorsa village has a total of 286 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghorsa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghorsa is 49.38%. The male literacy rate is 55.38%, while the female literacy rate is 43.00%.