Gorakhpur
Gorakhpur is a village located in Chanchal Ii subdivision of Maldah district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Malatipur (tehsildar office) and 58.6km away from district headquarter English Bazar. As per 2009 stats, Bhakri is the gram panchayat of Gorakhpur village.
Gorakhpur has its own place in the vibrant Maldah region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Gorakhpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gorakhpur is 312251. The village spans a total geographical area of 205.56 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 732139. Malda is nearest town to Gorakhpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 79km away.
Google Map of Gorakhpur
Population of Gorakhpur
Below is a concise population overview of Gorakhpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 3,039 | 1,578 | 1,461 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 390 | 192 | 198 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 34 | 37 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,954 | 1,040 | 914 |
Illiterate Population | 1,085 | 538 | 547 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gorakhpur village:
- The total population of Gorakhpur village is around 3,039, including approximately 1,578 males and 1,461 females, with a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 390 children aged 0–6 years in Gorakhpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gorakhpur village has 71 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Gorakhpur village is about 64.30%, with male literacy at 65.91% and female literacy at 62.56%.
- There are around 683 households in Gorakhpur village.
Connectivity of Gorakhpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gorakhpur. As per the 2011 stats, Gorakhpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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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 Gorakhpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Gorakhpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gorakhpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gorakhpur
- Where is Gorakhpur located?
- Gorakhpur village is situated in Chanchal Ii Subdivision, within the Maldah district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gorakhpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gorakhpur is Bhakri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gorakhpur?
- The pincode of Gorakhpur is 732139, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gorakhpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gorakhpur is 3,039, with 1,578 males and 1,461 females.
- How many households are there in Gorakhpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gorakhpur village has a total of 683 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gorakhpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorakhpur is 64.30%. The male literacy rate is 65.91%, while the female literacy rate is 62.56%.