Gorti Kanda
Gorti Kanda is a village located in Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Devprayag (tehsildar office) and 92km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Gortikanda is the gram panchayat of Gorti Kanda village.
Gorti Kanda has its own place in the vibrant Tehri Garhwal 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 Gorti Kanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gorti Kanda is 043118. The village spans a total geographical area of 174.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249300. Devprayag is nearest town to Gorti Kanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gorti Kanda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gorti Kanda
Population of Gorti Kanda
Below is a concise population overview of Gorti Kanda 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 | 584 | 306 | 278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 51 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 350 | 225 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 234 | 81 | 153 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gorti Kanda village:
- The total population of Gorti Kanda village is around 584, including approximately 306 males and 278 females, with a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 80 children aged 0–6 years in Gorti Kanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- The literacy rate of Gorti Kanda village is about 59.93%, with male literacy at 73.53% and female literacy at 44.96%.
- There are around 125 households in Gorti Kanda village.
Connectivity of Gorti Kanda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gorti Kanda. As per the 2011 stats, Gorti Kanda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gorti Kanda
Knowing the nearby villages of Gorti Kanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gorti Kanda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gorti Kanda
- Where is Gorti Kanda located?
- Gorti Kanda village is situated in Devprayag Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gorti Kanda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gorti Kanda is Gortikanda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gorti Kanda?
- The pincode of Gorti Kanda is 249300, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gorti Kanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gorti Kanda is 584, with 306 males and 278 females.
- How many households are there in Gorti Kanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gorti Kanda village has a total of 125 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gorti Kanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorti Kanda is 59.93%. The male literacy rate is 73.53%, while the female literacy rate is 44.96%.