Gorahar
About Gorahar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gorahar village is 311065. Gorahar village is located in Balurghat subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.8km away from Balurghat, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Gorahar village. As per 2009 stats, Bolla is the gram panchayat of Gorahar village.
The total geographical area of village is 48.1 hectares. Gorahar has a total population of 329 peoples, out of which male population is 175 while female population is 154. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 880 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gorahar village is 55.02% out of which 61.14% males and 48.05% females are literate. There are about 85 houses in gorahar village. Pincode of gorahar village locality is 733103.
When it comes to administration, Gorahar 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, Gorahar village comes under Tapan Vidhan Sabha constituency & Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency. Balurghat is nearest town to gorahar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Gorahar
The population details of Gorahar 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 | 329 | 175 | 154 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 27 | 18 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 98 | 54 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 226 | 119 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 107 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 68 | 80 |
Connectivity of Gorahar
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gorahar
Where is Gorahar located?
Gorahar village is situated in Balurghat Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gorahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gorahar is Bolla (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gorahar?
The pincode of Gorahar is 733103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gorahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gorahar is 329, with 175 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Gorahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gorahar village has a total of 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gorahar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorahar is 55.02%. The male literacy rate is 61.14%, while the female literacy rate is 48.05%.