Goriyali - Ghogha, Bhavnagar
Goriyali is a village situated in the Ghogha taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghogha and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Goriyali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Goriyali is 516331. The village covers a total geographical area of 739.89 hectares and falls under the 364120 pincode. Alang is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Goriyali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhavnagar Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Goriyali
As per Census 2011, Goriyali village has a total population of 1,771 people, consisting of 886 males and 885 females. The village has 309 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 239 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,006 literate and 765 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Goriyali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,771 | 886 | 885 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 239 | 124 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,006 | 607 | 399 |
| Illiterate Population | 765 | 279 | 486 |
Nearby Villages of Goriyali
Goriyali 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 Goriyali
Public transport in the Goriyali is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Alang to Goriyali is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Goriyali is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Goriyali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Goriyali 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 Goriyali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Goriyali 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 Goriyali
Where is Goriyali located?
Goriyali village is located in Ghogha Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Goriyali?
Goriyali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Goriyali?
The pincode of Goriyali is 364120.
What is the population of Goriyali?
Goriyali has a total population of 1,771, including 886 males and 885 females.
How many households are there in Goriyali?
There are 309 households in Goriyali.
What is the literacy rate in Goriyali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goriyali is 56.80%. Male literacy is 68.51% and female literacy is 45.08%.