Gorhiya - Nawanagar, Buxar
Gorhiya is a village situated in the Nawanagar subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nawanagar and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Babu Ganj English serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gorhiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorhiya is 248856. The village covers a total geographical area of 143.3 hectares and falls under the 802129 pincode. Domraon is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Gorhiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gorhiya
According to the 2011 Census, Gorhiya village had a total population of 687 people, including 362 males and 325 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.37%, with male literacy at 86.58% and female literacy at 67.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 687 | 362 | 325 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 64 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 441 | 258 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 246 | 104 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Gorhiya
Gorhiya is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gorhiya
Gorhiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Domraon to Gorhiya is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Gorhiya is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gorhiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorhiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gorhiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gorhiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gorhiya
Where is Gorhiya located?
Gorhiya village is located in Nawanagar Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gorhiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Gorhiya is Babu Ganj English.
What is the pincode of Gorhiya?
The pincode of Gorhiya is 802129.
What is the population of Gorhiya?
Gorhiya had a total population of 687, including 362 males and 325 females.
How many households are there in Gorhiya?
Gorhiya had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gorhiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorhiya was 77.37%. Male literacy was 86.58% and female literacy was 67.28%.