Gorana - Khambha, Amreli
Gorana is a village situated in the Khambha taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khambha and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Gorana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorana is 515883. The village covers a total geographical area of 266.81 hectares and falls under the 365550 pincode. Rajula is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Gorana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gorana
As per Census 2011, Gorana village has a total population of 497 people, consisting of 246 males and 251 females. The village has 81 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 219 literate and 278 illiterate residents. Additionally, 97 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gorana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 497 | 246 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 37 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 46 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 219 | 135 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 278 | 111 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Gorana
Gorana 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 Gorana
Gorana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Rajula to Gorana is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Gorana is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gorana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorana 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 Gorana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gorana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gorana
Where is Gorana located?
Gorana village is located in Khambha Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gorana?
Gorana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gorana?
The pincode of Gorana is 365550.
What is the population of Gorana?
Gorana has a total population of 497, including 246 males and 251 females.
How many households are there in Gorana?
There are 81 households in Gorana.
What is the literacy rate in Gorana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorana is 44.06%. Male literacy is 54.88% and female literacy is 33.47%.