Gorinja
Gorinja is a village located in Okhamandal taluka of Jamnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Dwarka (tehsildar office) and 140km away from district headquarter Jamnagar. As per 2009 stats, Gorinja village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gorinja unique in its vibrant Okhamandal-Jamnagar region. You’ll see Gorinja’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 Gorinja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gorinja is 513480. The village spans a total geographical area of 1551.91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 361335. Dwarka is nearest town to Gorinja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gorinja 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 Gorinja
Population of Gorinja
According to the 2011 Census, Gorinja has a total population of about 1,231, with approximately 640 males and 591 females. The sex ratio is around 923 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 173 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 117 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 48.42%, with male literacy at about 59.06% and female literacy near 36.89%. There are around 243 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gorinja's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,231 | 640 | 591 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 89 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 62 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 596 | 378 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 635 | 262 | 373 |
Connectivity of Gorinja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gorinja. As per the 2011 stats, Gorinja 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 village |
Nearby Villages of Gorinja
Knowing the nearby villages of Gorinja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gorinja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gorinja
- Where is Gorinja located?
- Gorinja village is situated in Okhamandal Taluka, within the Jamnagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gorinja?
- Gorinja serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gorinja?
- The pincode of Gorinja is 361335, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gorinja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gorinja is 1,231, with 640 males and 591 females.
- How many households are there in Gorinja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gorinja village has a total of 243 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gorinja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorinja is 48.42%. The male literacy rate is 59.06%, while the female literacy rate is 36.89%.