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.
Here you can discover what makes Gorti Kanda unique in its vibrant Devprayag-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Gorti Kanda’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Gorti Kanda has a total population of about 584, with approximately 306 males and 278 females. The sex ratio is around 908 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 80 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.93%, with male literacy at about 73.53% and female literacy near 44.96%. There are around 125 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gorti Kanda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.