Gorthara
Gorthara is a village located in Marihan tehsil of Mirzapur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Marihan (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Mirzapur. As per 2009 stats, Gorthara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gorthara unique in its vibrant Marihan-Mirzapur region. You’ll see Gorthara’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 Gorthara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gorthara is 212287. The village spans a total geographical area of 577.9 hectares. Marihan is nearest town to Gorthara village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gorthara
Population of Gorthara
According to the 2011 Census, Gorthara has a total population of about 1,613, with approximately 858 males and 755 females. The sex ratio is around 879 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 306 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 487 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 407. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.67%, with male literacy at about 57.11% and female literacy near 39.07%. There are around 259 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gorthara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,613 | 858 | 755 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 306 | 155 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 487 | 255 | 232 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 407 | 209 | 198 |
| Literate Population | 785 | 490 | 295 |
| Illiterate Population | 828 | 368 | 460 |
Connectivity of Gorthara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gorthara. As per the 2011 stats, Gorthara 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 Gorthara
Knowing the nearby villages of Gorthara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gorthara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gorthara
- Where is Gorthara located?
- Gorthara village is situated in Marihan Tehsil, within the Mirzapur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gorthara?
- Gorthara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gorthara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gorthara is 1,613, with 858 males and 755 females.
- How many households are there in Gorthara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gorthara village has a total of 259 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gorthara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorthara is 48.67%. The male literacy rate is 57.11%, while the female literacy rate is 39.07%.