Gorakhpur - Sagri, Azamgarh
Gorakhpur is a village situated in the Sagri tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sagri and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Gorakhpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorakhpur is 192548. The village covers a total geographical area of 101.94 hectares and falls under the 276137 pincode. Mahrajganj is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Gorakhpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gorakhpur
As per Census 2011, Gorakhpur village has a total population of 1,026 people, consisting of 547 males and 479 females. The village has 168 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 143 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 615 literate and 411 illiterate residents. Additionally, 375 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gorakhpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,026 | 547 | 479 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 77 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 375 | 209 | 166 |
| Literate Population | 615 | 370 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 411 | 177 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Gorakhpur
Gorakhpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gorakhpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gorakhpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahrajganj to Gorakhpur is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Gorakhpur is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gorakhpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorakhpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gorakhpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gorakhpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gorakhpur
Where is Gorakhpur located?
Gorakhpur village is located in Sagri Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gorakhpur?
Gorakhpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gorakhpur?
The pincode of Gorakhpur is 276137.
What is the population of Gorakhpur?
Gorakhpur has a total population of 1,026, including 547 males and 479 females.
How many households are there in Gorakhpur?
There are 168 households in Gorakhpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gorakhpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorakhpur is 59.94%. Male literacy is 67.64% and female literacy is 51.15%.