Gorikhera - Sitarganj, Udham Singh Nagar
Gorikhera is a village situated in the Sitarganj tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitarganj and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Gauri Khera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gorikhera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorikhera is 056125. The village covers a total geographical area of 138 hectares and falls under the 262405 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Gorikhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sitarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gorikhera
According to the 2011 Census, Gorikhera village had a total population of 2,021 people, including 1,042 males and 979 females, living in 317 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.78%, with male literacy at 74.33% and female literacy at 56.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 84, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 285.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Gorikhera
Gorikhera 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 Gorikhera
Gorikhera is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitarganj to Gorikhera is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Gorikhera is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gorikhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorikhera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gorikhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gorikhera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gorikhera
Where is Gorikhera located?
Gorikhera village is located in Sitarganj Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gorikhera?
The Gram Panchayat of Gorikhera is Gauri Khera.
What is the pincode of Gorikhera?
The pincode of Gorikhera is 262405.
What is the population of Gorikhera?
Gorikhera had a total population of 2,021, including 1,042 males and 979 females.
How many households are there in Gorikhera?
Gorikhera had 317 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gorikhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorikhera was 65.78%. Male literacy was 74.33% and female literacy was 56.72%.