Gorinja - Okhamandal, Devbhumi Dwarka
Gorinja is a village situated in the Okhamandal taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from Dwarka and around 140 km from Jamnagar. Gorinja village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorinja is 513480. The village covers a total geographical area of 1551.91 hectares and falls under the 361335 pincode. Dwarka is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Gorinja 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 Gorinja
As per Census 2011, Gorinja village has a total population of 1,231 people, consisting of 640 males and 591 females. The village has 243 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 173 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 596 literate and 635 illiterate residents. Additionally, 117 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gorinja are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,231 | 640 | 591 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 89 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 62 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 596 | 378 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 635 | 262 | 373 |
Nearby Villages of Gorinja
Gorinja 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 Gorinja
Gorinja is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Gorinja has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dwarka to Gorinja is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Gorinja is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gorinja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorinja 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 Gorinja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gorinja 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 Gorinja
Where is Gorinja located?
Gorinja village is located in Okhamandal Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gorinja?
Gorinja is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gorinja?
The pincode of Gorinja is 361335.
What is the population of Gorinja?
Gorinja has a total population of 1,231, including 640 males and 591 females.
How many households are there in Gorinja?
There are 243 households in Gorinja.
What is the literacy rate in Gorinja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorinja is 48.42%. Male literacy is 59.06% and female literacy is 36.89%.