Gorakhpur - Ramnagar, Nainital
Gorakhpur is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Karanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gorakhpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorakhpur is 055340. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 244715 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Gorakhpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gorakhpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gorakhpur village had a total population of 233 people, including 121 males and 112 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.00%, with male literacy at 92.59% and female literacy at 71.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 67.
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 | 233 | 121 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 13 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 42 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 100 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 21 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Gorakhpur
Gorakhpur 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 Gorakhpur
Gorakhpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Gorakhpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Gorakhpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Gorakhpur is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gorakhpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorakhpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Gorakhpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gorakhpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gorakhpur
Where is Gorakhpur located?
Gorakhpur village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gorakhpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gorakhpur is Karanpur.
What is the pincode of Gorakhpur?
The pincode of Gorakhpur is 244715.
What is the population of Gorakhpur?
Gorakhpur had a total population of 233, including 121 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Gorakhpur?
Gorakhpur had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gorakhpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorakhpur was 83.00%. Male literacy was 92.59% and female literacy was 71.74%.