Gorahar
Gorahar is a village located in Khejuri Ii subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Janka are the district & sub-district headquarters of Gorahar village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Janka is the gram panchayat of Gorahar village.
Here you can discover what makes Gorahar unique in its vibrant Khejuri Ii-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Gorahar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gorahar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gorahar is 345989. The village spans a total geographical area of 87.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721431. Contai is nearest town to Gorahar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
Google Map of Gorahar
Population of Gorahar
According to the 2011 Census, Gorahar has a total population of about 848, with approximately 429 males and 419 females. The sex ratio is around 976 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 106 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 775 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.30%, with male literacy at about 79.49% and female literacy near 73.03%. There are around 158 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gorahar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 848 | 429 | 419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 56 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 775 | 391 | 384 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 647 | 341 | 306 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 88 | 113 |
Connectivity of Gorahar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gorahar. As per the 2011 stats, Gorahar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Gorahar
Knowing the nearby villages of Gorahar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gorahar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gorahar
- Where is Gorahar located?
- Gorahar village is situated in Khejuri Ii Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gorahar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gorahar is Janka (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 721431, 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 848, with 429 males and 419 females.
- How many households are there in Gorahar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gorahar village has a total of 158 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gorahar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorahar is 76.30%. The male literacy rate is 79.49%, while the female literacy rate is 73.03%.