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.

Ghorakata has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya 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 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

Below is a concise population overview of Ghorakata as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ghorakata village:

  • The total population of Ghorakata village is around 354, including approximately 182 males and 172 females, with a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 39 children aged 0–6 years in Ghorakata village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ghorakata village has 325 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Ghorakata village is about 60.73%, with male literacy at 71.98% and female literacy at 48.84%.
  • There are around 59 households in Ghorakata village.

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.

Jhariatdi Daulatpur Chhota Daikiari Tilahir Gagnabad Manpura Duarimahul Kuardi Benadala Alias Haridi Dhobari Aguibad

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%.