Goras - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Goras is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 118 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Goras village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Goras is 516735. The village covers a total geographical area of 734.97 hectares and falls under the 364280 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Goras village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahuva Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Goras
As per Census 2011, Goras village has a total population of 2,801 people, consisting of 1,460 males and 1,341 females. The village has 460 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 499 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,849 literate and 952 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Goras are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,801 | 1,460 | 1,341 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 499 | 273 | 226 |
| Literate Population | 1,849 | 1,037 | 812 |
| Illiterate Population | 952 | 423 | 529 |
Nearby Villages of Goras
Goras 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 Goras
Goras is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Goras.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahuva to Goras is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Goras is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Goras
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Goras village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Goras
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Goras village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Goras
Where is Goras located?
Goras village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Goras?
Goras is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Goras?
The pincode of Goras is 364280.
What is the population of Goras?
Goras has a total population of 2,801, including 1,460 males and 1,341 females.
How many households are there in Goras?
There are 460 households in Goras.
What is the literacy rate in Goras?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goras is 66.01%. Male literacy is 71.03% and female literacy is 60.55%.