Ghorkund
Ghorkund is a village located in Soegaon tehsil of Aurangabad district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 50km away from sub-district headquarter Soegaon (tehsildar office) and 105km away from district headquarter Aurangabad. As per 2009 stats, Wangaon is the gram panchayat of Ghorkund village.
Ghorkund has its own place in the vibrant Aurangabad 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 Ghorkund
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghorkund is 548453. The village spans a total geographical area of 304.92 hectares. Pachora is nearest town to Ghorkund village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Ghorkund
Population of Ghorkund
Below is a concise population overview of Ghorkund as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 743 | 380 | 363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 61 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 51 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 184 | 85 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 504 | 276 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 104 | 135 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ghorkund village:
- The total population of Ghorkund village is around 743, including approximately 380 males and 363 females, with a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 109 children aged 0–6 years in Ghorkund village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ghorkund village has 96 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 184 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ghorkund village is about 67.83%, with male literacy at 72.63% and female literacy at 62.81%.
- There are around 194 households in Ghorkund village.
Connectivity of Ghorkund
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghorkund. As per the 2011 stats, Ghorkund 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 Ghorkund
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghorkund helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghorkund.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghorkund
- Where is Ghorkund located?
- Ghorkund village is situated in Soegaon Tehsil, within the Aurangabad district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghorkund?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ghorkund is Wangaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Ghorkund as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghorkund is 743, with 380 males and 363 females.
- How many households are there in Ghorkund as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghorkund village has a total of 194 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghorkund as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghorkund is 67.83%. The male literacy rate is 72.63%, while the female literacy rate is 62.81%.