Gorikhera
About Gorikhera
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gorikhera village is 056125. Gorikhera village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 138 hectares. Gorikhera has a total population of 2,021 peoples, out of which male population is 1,042 while female population is 979. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 939 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gorikhera village is 56.41% out of which 63.63% males and 48.72% females are literate. There are about 317 houses in gorikhera village. Pincode of gorikhera village locality is 262405.
When it comes to administration, Gorikhera village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gorikhera village comes under Sitarganj Vidhan Sabha constituency & Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha constituency. Sitarganj is nearest town to gorikhera village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
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Population of Gorikhera
The population details of Gorikhera cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,021 | 1,042 | 979 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 288 | 150 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 84 | 46 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 285 | 141 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 1,140 | 663 | 477 |
| Illiterate Population | 881 | 379 | 502 |
Connectivity of Gorikhera
| 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 |
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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%.