Gourkheda

Gourkheda is a village located in Bhatkuli tehsil of Amravati district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 17km away from Amravati, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Gourkheda village. As per 2009 stats, Gaurkheda is the gram panchayat of Gourkheda village.

Gourkheda has its own place in the vibrant Amravati 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 Gourkheda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gourkheda is 532848. The village spans a total geographical area of 396.37 hectares. Amravati is nearest town to Gourkheda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.

When it comes to local governance, Gourkheda 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 Badnera Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Amravati Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Gourkheda

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 847 424 423
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 109 49 60
Scheduled Castes (SC) 388 200 188
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 627 339 288
Illiterate Population 220 85 135

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

  • The total population of Gourkheda village is around 847, including approximately 424 males and 423 females, with a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 109 children aged 0–6 years in Gourkheda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gourkheda village has 388 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gourkheda village is about 74.03%, with male literacy at 79.95% and female literacy at 68.09%.
  • There are around 203 households in Gourkheda village.

Connectivity of Gourkheda

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gourkheda. As per the 2011 stats, Gourkheda 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gourkheda

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Gourkheda

Where is Gourkheda located?
Gourkheda village is situated in Bhatkuli Tehsil, within the Amravati district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gourkheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gourkheda is Gaurkheda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Gourkheda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gourkheda is 847, with 424 males and 423 females.
How many households are there in Gourkheda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gourkheda village has a total of 203 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gourkheda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gourkheda is 74.03%. The male literacy rate is 79.95%, while the female literacy rate is 68.09%.