Gorakhi
Gorakhi is a village located in Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 50km away from sub-district headquarter Chunar (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Mirzapur. As per 2009 stats, Gorakhi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gorakhi unique in its vibrant Chunar-Mirzapur region. You’ll see Gorakhi’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 Gorakhi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gorakhi is 212730. The village spans a total geographical area of 85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 232102. Chunar is nearest town to Gorakhi village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gorakhi
Population of Gorakhi
According to the 2011 Census, Gorakhi has a total population of about 1,117, with approximately 583 males and 534 females. The sex ratio is around 915 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 185 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 53 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 60.97%, with male literacy at about 68.10% and female literacy near 53.18%. There are around 175 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gorakhi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,117 | 583 | 534 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 101 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 681 | 397 | 284 |
| Illiterate Population | 436 | 186 | 250 |
Connectivity of Gorakhi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gorakhi. As per the 2011 stats, Gorakhi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gorakhi
Knowing the nearby villages of Gorakhi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gorakhi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gorakhi
- Where is Gorakhi located?
- Gorakhi village is situated in Chunar Tehsil, within the Mirzapur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gorakhi?
- Gorakhi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gorakhi?
- The pincode of Gorakhi is 232102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gorakhi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gorakhi is 1,117, with 583 males and 534 females.
- How many households are there in Gorakhi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gorakhi village has a total of 175 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gorakhi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorakhi is 60.97%. The male literacy rate is 68.10%, while the female literacy rate is 53.18%.