Gorsaira - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Gorsaira is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Godsaira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gorsaira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorsaira is 186990. The village covers a total geographical area of 155.08 hectares and falls under the 273404 pincode.
Gorsaira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sahajanwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gorakhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gorsaira
According to the 2011 Census, Gorsaira village had a total population of 1,560 people, including 773 males and 787 females, living in 253 households. The sex ratio was 1,018 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.41%, with male literacy at 85.48% and female literacy at 59.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 200, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 1,560 | 773 | 787 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 105 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 200 | 119 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 979 | 571 | 408 |
| Illiterate Population | 581 | 202 | 379 |
Nearby Villages of Gorsaira
Gorsaira 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 Gorsaira
Gorsaira is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Gorsaira is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gorsaira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorsaira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gorsaira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gorsaira village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gorsaira
Where is Gorsaira located?
Gorsaira village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gorsaira?
The Gram Panchayat of Gorsaira is Godsaira.
What is the pincode of Gorsaira?
The pincode of Gorsaira is 273404.
What is the population of Gorsaira?
Gorsaira had a total population of 1,560, including 773 males and 787 females.
How many households are there in Gorsaira?
Gorsaira had 253 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gorsaira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorsaira was 72.41%. Male literacy was 85.48% and female literacy was 59.65%.