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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Gorikhera village has a total population of 2,021 people, consisting of 1,042 males and 979 females. The village has 317 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 288 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,140 literate and 881 illiterate residents. Additionally, 84 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 285 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gorikhera are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 2,021, including 1,042 males and 979 females.
How many households are there in Gorikhera?
There are 317 households in Gorikhera.
What is the literacy rate in Gorikhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorikhera is 56.41%. Male literacy is 63.63% and female literacy is 48.72%.