Gorkha
Gorkha is a village located in Saidpur tehsil of Ghazipur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. Ghazipur and Saidpur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Gorkha village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Gorkha village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gorkha unique in its vibrant Saidpur-Ghazipur region. You’ll see Gorkha’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 Gorkha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gorkha is 204246. The village spans a total geographical area of 116.84 hectares. Ghazipur is nearest town to Gorkha village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gorkha
Population of Gorkha
According to the 2011 Census, Gorkha has a total population of about 1,137, with approximately 504 males and 633 females. The sex ratio is around 1255 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 174 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 552 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 62.27%, with male literacy at about 72.62% and female literacy near 54.03%. There are around 200 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gorkha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,137 | 504 | 633 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 79 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 552 | 251 | 301 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 708 | 366 | 342 |
| Illiterate Population | 429 | 138 | 291 |
Connectivity of Gorkha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gorkha. As per the 2011 stats, Gorkha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gorkha
Knowing the nearby villages of Gorkha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gorkha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gorkha
- Where is Gorkha located?
- Gorkha village is situated in Saidpur Tehsil, within the Ghazipur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gorkha?
- Gorkha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gorkha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gorkha is 1,137, with 504 males and 633 females.
- How many households are there in Gorkha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gorkha village has a total of 200 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gorkha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorkha is 62.27%. The male literacy rate is 72.62%, while the female literacy rate is 54.03%.