Goraiya
Goraiya is a village located in Viramgam taluka of Ahmadabad district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Viramgam (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Ahmadabad. As per 2009 stats, Goraiya village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Goraiya unique in its vibrant Viramgam-Ahmadabad region. You’ll see Goraiya’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Goraiya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Goraiya is 511520. The village spans a total geographical area of 4194.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 382150. Viramgam is nearest town to Goraiya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Goraiya village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Viramgam Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Goraiya
Population of Goraiya
According to the 2011 Census, Goraiya has a total population of about 4,463, with approximately 2,278 males and 2,185 females. The sex ratio is around 959 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 503 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,074 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.00%, with male literacy at about 76.34% and female literacy near 57.25%. There are around 981 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Goraiya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,463 | 2,278 | 2,185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 503 | 260 | 243 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,074 | 548 | 526 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,990 | 1,739 | 1,251 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,473 | 539 | 934 |
Connectivity of Goraiya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Goraiya. As per the 2011 stats, Goraiya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Goraiya
Knowing the nearby villages of Goraiya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Goraiya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Goraiya
- Where is Goraiya located?
- Goraiya village is situated in Viramgam Taluka, within the Ahmadabad district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Goraiya?
- Goraiya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Goraiya?
- The pincode of Goraiya is 382150, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Goraiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Goraiya is 4,463, with 2,278 males and 2,185 females.
- How many households are there in Goraiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Goraiya village has a total of 981 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Goraiya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Goraiya is 67.00%. The male literacy rate is 76.34%, while the female literacy rate is 57.25%.