Gorakhpurwa - Bansgaon, Gorakhpur
Gorakhpurwa is a village situated in the Bansgaon tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansgaon and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Bans Gagaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gorakhpurwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorakhpurwa is 186536. The village covers a total geographical area of 16.28 hectares and falls under the 273016 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Gorakhpurwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bansgaon Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Gorakhpurwa
According to the 2011 Census, Gorakhpurwa village had a total population of 317 people, including 160 males and 157 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.96%, with male literacy at 84.06% and female literacy at 59.40%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 317 | 160 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 195 | 116 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 44 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Gorakhpurwa
Gorakhpurwa 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 Gorakhpurwa
Gorakhpurwa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Gorakhpur to Gorakhpurwa is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Gorakhpurwa is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gorakhpurwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorakhpurwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gorakhpurwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gorakhpurwa 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gorakhpurwa
Where is Gorakhpurwa located?
Gorakhpurwa village is located in Bansgaon Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gorakhpurwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Gorakhpurwa is Bans Gagaha.
What is the pincode of Gorakhpurwa?
The pincode of Gorakhpurwa is 273016.
What is the population of Gorakhpurwa?
Gorakhpurwa had a total population of 317, including 160 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Gorakhpurwa?
Gorakhpurwa had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gorakhpurwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorakhpurwa was 71.96%. Male literacy was 84.06% and female literacy was 59.40%.