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
As per Census 2011, Gorana village has a total population of 3,141 people, consisting of 1,599 males and 1,542 females. The village has 693 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 296 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,273 literate and 868 illiterate residents. Additionally, 146 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gorana are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 3,141, including 1,599 males and 1,542 females.
How many households are there in Gorana?
There are 693 households in Gorana.
What is the literacy rate in Gorana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorana is 72.37%. Male literacy is 79.49% and female literacy is 64.98%.