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.

Gorkhar has its own place in the vibrant Basti 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 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.

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Population of Gorkhar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Gorkhar village is around 907, including approximately 468 males and 439 females, with a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 162 children aged 0–6 years in Gorkhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gorkhar village has 262 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gorkhar village is about 38.48%, with male literacy at 45.51% and female literacy at 30.98%.
  • There are around 154 households in Gorkhar village.

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)
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.

Sewai Kakrahia Bharwalia Vishunpur Sikandarpur Ramwapur Babu Gauhania Ledwa Hasanpur Darhia Bujurg Baghauri

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%.