Gorchha
Gorchha is a village located in Tyuni tehsil of Dehradun district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 70km away from sub-district headquarter Tyuni (tehsildar office) and 138km away from district headquarter Dehradun. As per 2009 stats, Kunwa is the gram panchayat of Gorchha village.
Gorchha has its own place in the vibrant Dehradun region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Gorchha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gorchha is 044778. The village spans a total geographical area of 140.16 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 248126. Chakrata is nearest town to Gorchha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
Google Map of Gorchha
Population of Gorchha
Below is a concise population overview of Gorchha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 260 | 137 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 28 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 199 | 105 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 67 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 70 | 70 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gorchha village:
- The total population of Gorchha village is around 260, including approximately 137 males and 123 females, with a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 49 children aged 0–6 years in Gorchha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gorchha village has 56 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 199 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gorchha village is about 46.15%, with male literacy at 48.91% and female literacy at 43.09%.
- There are around 23 households in Gorchha village.
Connectivity of Gorchha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gorchha. As per the 2011 stats, Gorchha 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 Gorchha
Knowing the nearby villages of Gorchha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gorchha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gorchha
- Where is Gorchha located?
- Gorchha village is situated in Tyuni Tehsil, within the Dehradun district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gorchha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gorchha is Kunwa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gorchha?
- The pincode of Gorchha is 248126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gorchha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gorchha is 260, with 137 males and 123 females.
- How many households are there in Gorchha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gorchha village has a total of 23 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gorchha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorchha is 46.15%. The male literacy rate is 48.91%, while the female literacy rate is 43.09%.