Goraiya - Viramgam, Ahmedabad
Goraiya is a village situated in the Viramgam taluka of Ahmedabad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from Viramgam and around 70 km from Ahmadabad. Dolatpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Goraiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Goraiya is 511520. The village covers a total geographical area of 4194.88 hectares and falls under the 382150 pincode. Viramgam is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Goraiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Viramgam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Goraiya
As per Census 2011, Goraiya village has a total population of 4,463 people, consisting of 2,278 males and 2,185 females. The village has 981 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 503 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,990 literate and 1,473 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,074 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Goraiya are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Goraiya
Goraiya 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 Goraiya
Public transport in the Goraiya is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Viramgam to Goraiya is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadabad to Goraiya is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Goraiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Goraiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Goraiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Goraiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Goraiya
Where is Goraiya located?
Goraiya village is located in Viramgam Taluka, Ahmedabad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Goraiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Goraiya is Dolatpura.
What is the pincode of Goraiya?
The pincode of Goraiya is 382150.
What is the population of Goraiya?
Goraiya has a total population of 4,463, including 2,278 males and 2,185 females.
How many households are there in Goraiya?
There are 981 households in Goraiya.
What is the literacy rate in Goraiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goraiya is 67.00%. Male literacy is 76.34% and female literacy is 57.25%.