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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Goraipur
As per Census 2011, Goraipur village has a total population of 387 people, consisting of 201 males and 186 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 285 literate and 102 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Goraipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 387 | 201 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 32 | 26 |
| 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 has a total population of 387, including 201 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Goraipur?
There are 66 households in Goraipur.
What is the literacy rate in Goraipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goraipur is 73.64%. Male literacy is 78.11% and female literacy is 68.82%.