Gorikhera
Gorikhera is a village located in Sitarganj tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Sitarganj (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Rudrapur. As per 2009 stats, Gauri Khera is the gram panchayat of Gorikhera village.
Here you can discover what makes Gorikhera unique in its vibrant Sitarganj-Udham Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Gorikhera’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 Gorikhera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gorikhera is 056125. The village spans a total geographical area of 138 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262405. Sitarganj is nearest town to Gorikhera village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gorikhera 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 Sitarganj Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gorikhera
Population of Gorikhera
According to the 2011 Census, Gorikhera has a total population of about 2,021, with approximately 1,042 males and 979 females. The sex ratio is around 939 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 288 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 84 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 285. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.41%, with male literacy at about 63.63% and female literacy near 48.72%. There are around 317 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gorikhera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,021 | 1,042 | 979 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 288 | 150 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 46 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 285 | 141 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 1,140 | 663 | 477 |
| Illiterate Population | 881 | 379 | 502 |
Connectivity of Gorikhera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gorikhera. As per the 2011 stats, Gorikhera 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 Gorikhera
Knowing the nearby villages of Gorikhera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gorikhera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gorikhera
- Where is Gorikhera located?
- Gorikhera village is situated in Sitarganj Tehsil, within the Udham Singh Nagar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gorikhera?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gorikhera is Gauri Khera (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gorikhera?
- The pincode of Gorikhera is 262405, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gorikhera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gorikhera is 2,021, with 1,042 males and 979 females.
- How many households are there in Gorikhera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gorikhera village has a total of 317 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gorikhera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorikhera is 56.41%. The male literacy rate is 63.63%, while the female literacy rate is 48.72%.