Gortara

Gortara is a village located in Sohagpur tehsil of Shahdol district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from Shahdol, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Gortara village. As per 2009 stats, Gortara village is also a gram panchayat.

Gortara has its own place in the vibrant Shahdol 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 Gortara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gortara is 501294. The village spans a total geographical area of 861.52 hectares. Shahdol is nearest town to Gortara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Gortara

Below is a concise population overview of Gortara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,333 1,183 1,150
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 356 180 176
Scheduled Castes (SC) 130 73 57
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,339 669 670
Literate Population 1,369 759 610
Illiterate Population 964 424 540

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gortara village:

  • The total population of Gortara village is around 2,333, including approximately 1,183 males and 1,150 females, with a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 356 children aged 0–6 years in Gortara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gortara village has 130 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,339 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gortara village is about 58.68%, with male literacy at 64.16% and female literacy at 53.04%.
  • There are around 546 households in Gortara village.

Connectivity of Gortara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gortara. As per the 2011 stats, Gortara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Gortara

Knowing the nearby villages of Gortara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gortara.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gortara

Where is Gortara located?
Gortara village is situated in Sohagpur Tehsil, within the Shahdol district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gortara?
Gortara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Gortara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gortara is 2,333, with 1,183 males and 1,150 females.
How many households are there in Gortara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gortara village has a total of 546 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gortara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gortara is 58.68%. The male literacy rate is 64.16%, while the female literacy rate is 53.04%.