Ghorakata

Ghorakata is a village located in Kashipur subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.3km away from sub-district headquarter Kashipur (tehsildar office) and 51.8km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Gagnabad is the gram panchayat of Ghorakata village.

Here you can discover what makes Ghorakata unique in its vibrant Kashipur-Puruliya region. You’ll see Ghorakata’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 Ghorakata

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghorakata is 330637. The village spans a total geographical area of 157.83 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723121. R.n. Pur is nearest town to Ghorakata village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Ghorakata

According to the 2011 Census, Ghorakata has a total population of about 354, with approximately 182 males and 172 females. The sex ratio is around 945 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 39 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 325. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.73%, with male literacy at about 71.98% and female literacy near 48.84%. There are around 59 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghorakata's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 354 182 172
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 39 21 18
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 325 169 156
Literate Population 215 131 84
Illiterate Population 139 51 88

Connectivity of Ghorakata

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghorakata. As per the 2011 stats, Ghorakata had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Ghorakata

Knowing the nearby villages of Ghorakata helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghorakata.

Frequently Asked Questions about Ghorakata

Where is Ghorakata located?

Ghorakata village is situated in Kashipur Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.

What is the gram panchayat of Ghorakata?

The Gram Panchayat of Ghorakata is Gagnabad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.

What is the pincode of Ghorakata?

The pincode of Ghorakata is 723121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.

What is the population of Ghorakata as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghorakata is 354, with 182 males and 172 females.

How many households are there in Ghorakata as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, Ghorakata village has a total of 59 households.

What is the literacy rate in Ghorakata as per the 2011 Census?

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghorakata is 60.73%. The male literacy rate is 71.98%, while the female literacy rate is 48.84%.