Gorkhar
Gorkhar is a village located in Bhanpur tehsil of Basti district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Bhanpur (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Basti. As per 2009 stats, Gorkhar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gorkhar unique in its vibrant Bhanpur-Basti region. You’ll see Gorkhar’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 Gorkhar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gorkhar is 178790. The village spans a total geographical area of 66.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 272190. Basti is nearest town to Gorkhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
Google Map of Gorkhar
Population of Gorkhar
According to the 2011 Census, Gorkhar has a total population of about 907, with approximately 468 males and 439 females. The sex ratio is around 938 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 162 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 262 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 38.48%, with male literacy at about 45.51% and female literacy near 30.98%. There are around 154 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gorkhar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 907 | 468 | 439 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 99 | 63 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 262 | 134 | 128 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 349 | 213 | 136 |
Illiterate Population | 558 | 255 | 303 |
Connectivity of Gorkhar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gorkhar. As per the 2011 stats, Gorkhar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gorkhar
Knowing the nearby villages of Gorkhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gorkhar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gorkhar
- Where is Gorkhar located?
- Gorkhar village is situated in Bhanpur Tehsil, within the Basti district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gorkhar?
- Gorkhar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gorkhar?
- The pincode of Gorkhar is 272190, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gorkhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gorkhar is 907, with 468 males and 439 females.
- How many households are there in Gorkhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gorkhar village has a total of 154 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gorkhar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorkhar is 38.48%. The male literacy rate is 45.51%, while the female literacy rate is 30.98%.