Gorai

Gorai is a village located in Shambhuganj subdivision of Banka district in Bihar, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Shambhuganj (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Banka. As per 2009 stats, Mirjapur is the gram panchayat of Gorai village.

Gorai has its own place in the vibrant Banka 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 Gorai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gorai is 240516. The village spans a total geographical area of 134 hectares. Banka is nearest town to Gorai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.

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Population of Gorai

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,151 1,116 1,035
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 442 225 217
Scheduled Castes (SC) 28 14 14
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,107 665 442
Illiterate Population 1,044 451 593

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

  • The total population of Gorai village is around 2,151, including approximately 1,116 males and 1,035 females, with a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 442 children aged 0–6 years in Gorai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gorai village has 28 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gorai village is about 51.46%, with male literacy at 59.59% and female literacy at 42.71%.
  • There are around 359 households in Gorai village.

Connectivity of Gorai

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gorai. As per the 2011 stats, Gorai 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 village
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Gorai

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

Naraun Majnu Jogdiha Majhok Sahdewa Sondiha Mirzapur Jogni Patwara Fatma Chak Kunath

Frequently Asked Questions about Gorai

Where is Gorai located?
Gorai village is situated in Shambhuganj Subdivision, within the Banka district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gorai?
The Gram Panchayat of Gorai is Mirjapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Gorai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gorai is 2,151, with 1,116 males and 1,035 females.
How many households are there in Gorai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gorai village has a total of 359 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gorai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorai is 51.46%. The male literacy rate is 59.59%, while the female literacy rate is 42.71%.