Goraipur - Dighwara, Saran
Goraipur is a village situated in the Dighwara subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dighwara and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Haraji serves as the Gram Panchayat for Goraipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Goraipur is 234469. The village covers a total geographical area of 238 hectares and falls under the 841207 pincode. Dighwara is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Goraipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Goraipur
According to the 2011 Census, Goraipur village had a total population of 387 people, including 201 males and 186 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.63%, with male literacy at 92.90% and female literacy at 80.00%.
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 | 387 | 201 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 32 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 285 | 157 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 44 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Goraipur
Goraipur 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 Goraipur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Goraipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Dighwara to Goraipur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Goraipur is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Goraipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Goraipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Goraipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Goraipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Goraipur
Where is Goraipur located?
Goraipur village is located in Dighwara Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Goraipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Goraipur is Haraji.
What is the pincode of Goraipur?
The pincode of Goraipur is 841207.
What is the population of Goraipur?
Goraipur had a total population of 387, including 201 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Goraipur?
Goraipur had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Goraipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goraipur was 86.63%. Male literacy was 92.90% and female literacy was 80.00%.