Gorar - Sidhaw, Pashchim Champaran
Gorar is a village situated in the Sidhaw subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sidhaw and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Champapur Gonauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gorar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorar is 216007. The village covers a total geographical area of 309.2 hectares and falls under the 845107 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Gorar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Valmiki Nagar Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Gorar
As per Census 2011, Gorar village has a total population of 640 people, consisting of 328 males and 312 females. The village has 128 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 352 literate and 288 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 570 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gorar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 640 | 328 | 312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 74 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 570 | 298 | 272 |
| Literate Population | 352 | 201 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 288 | 127 | 161 |
Nearby Villages of Gorar
Gorar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Malkauli | South-West | 1.69 km |
| Gonauli | West | 1.70 km |
| Satchubanwa | South | 1.78 km |
| Bankatwa | South-East | 2.70 km |
| Narainapur | West | 3.07 km |
| Katharwa | South | 4.06 km |
| Mahdewa | South-East | 4.06 km |
| Shiunaha | West | 4.11 km |
| Dewtaha | South-West | 4.65 km |
| Songaharwa | South-West | 4.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gorar
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gorar. The nearest railway station is Valmikinagar Rd, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bagha to Gorar is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Gorar is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gorar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorar 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 Gorar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gorar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gorar
Where is Gorar located?
Gorar village is located in Sidhaw Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gorar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gorar is Champapur Gonauli.
What is the pincode of Gorar?
The pincode of Gorar is 845107.
What is the population of Gorar?
Gorar has a total population of 640, including 328 males and 312 females.
How many households are there in Gorar?
There are 128 households in Gorar.
What is the literacy rate in Gorar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorar is 55.00%. Male literacy is 61.28% and female literacy is 48.40%.