Gorana - Kalyanpur, Devbhumi Dwarka
Gorana is a village situated in the Kalyanpur taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Kalyanpur and around 110 km from Jamnagar. Gorana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorana is 514003. The village covers a total geographical area of 1601.27 hectares and falls under the 361325 pincode. Khambhalia is the nearest town, located about 45 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 Dwarka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gorana
According to the 2011 Census, Gorana village had a total population of 3,141 people, including 1,599 males and 1,542 females, living in 693 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.89%, with male literacy at 88.33% and female literacy at 71.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 146.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,141 | 1,599 | 1,542 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 296 | 160 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 73 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,273 | 1,271 | 1,002 |
| Illiterate Population | 868 | 328 | 540 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Gorana.
| 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 Khambhalia to Gorana is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Gorana is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gorana
Where is Gorana located?
Gorana village is located in Kalyanpur Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka 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 361325.
What is the population of Gorana?
Gorana had a total population of 3,141, including 1,599 males and 1,542 females.
How many households are there in Gorana?
Gorana had 693 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gorana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorana was 79.89%. Male literacy was 88.33% and female literacy was 71.27%.