Gorana
Gorana is a village located in Kalyanpur taluka of Jamnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Kalyanpur (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Jamnagar. As per 2009 stats, Gorana village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gorana unique in its vibrant Kalyanpur-Jamnagar region. You’ll see Gorana’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gorana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gorana is 514003. The village spans a total geographical area of 1601.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 361325. Khambhalia is nearest town to Gorana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gorana village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dwarka Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gorana
Population of Gorana
According to the 2011 Census, Gorana has a total population of about 3,141, with approximately 1,599 males and 1,542 females. The sex ratio is around 964 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 296 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 146 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.37%, with male literacy at about 79.49% and female literacy near 64.98%. There are around 693 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gorana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,273 | 1,271 | 1,002 |
| Illiterate Population | 868 | 328 | 540 |
Connectivity of Gorana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gorana. As per the 2011 stats, Gorana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gorana
Knowing the nearby villages of Gorana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gorana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gorana
- Where is Gorana located?
- Gorana village is situated in Kalyanpur Taluka, within the Jamnagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gorana?
- Gorana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gorana?
- The pincode of Gorana is 361325, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gorana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gorana is 3,141, with 1,599 males and 1,542 females.
- How many households are there in Gorana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gorana village has a total of 693 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gorana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorana is 72.37%. The male literacy rate is 79.49%, while the female literacy rate is 64.98%.