Socio economic and demographic analysis of vishunpur village of Gorakhpur district

Abstract

This study undertakes a comprehensive socio-economic and demographic analysis of Vishunpur village in Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, through the application of Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) techniques. Organized by Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Belipar, the study captures a multi-dimensional profile of the village, encompassing landholding patterns, cropping systems, literacy levels, livestock assets, technological penetration, and infrastructural status. The PRA approach enabled active community involvement in identifying key developmental gaps and potential interventions. The findings indicate that despite a strong literacy rate and increasing access to farm mechanization and ICT tools, significant challenges persist in terms of land fragmentation, irrigation facilities, and support for marginalized groups such as Scheduled Castes. The study contributes actionable baseline data to aid policy makers, planners, and development agencies in crafting targeted and inclusive rural development strategies.