Khorasa Gir - Malia Hatina, Junagadh
Khorasa Gir is a village situated in the Malia Hatina taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from Malia and around 75 km from Junagadh. Khorasa Gir village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khorasa Gir is 514889. The village covers a total geographical area of 2258.76 hectares and falls under the 362255 pincode. Chorvad is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Khorasa Gir village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mangrol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khorasa Gir
According to the 2011 Census, Khorasa Gir village had a total population of 6,528 people, including 3,371 males and 3,157 females, living in 1,327 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.70%, with male literacy at 84.54% and female literacy at 68.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 418, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 49.
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 | 6,528 | 3,371 | 3,157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 604 | 331 | 273 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 418 | 223 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 35 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 4,544 | 2,570 | 1,974 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,984 | 801 | 1,183 |
Nearby Villages of Khorasa Gir
Khorasa Gir 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 Khorasa Gir
Khorasa Gir is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Khorasa Gir.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chorvad to Khorasa Gir is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Khorasa Gir is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khorasa Gir
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khorasa Gir village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khorasa Gir
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khorasa Gir village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khorasa Gir
Where is Khorasa Gir located?
Khorasa Gir village is located in Malia Hatina Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khorasa Gir?
Khorasa Gir is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khorasa Gir?
The pincode of Khorasa Gir is 362255.
What is the population of Khorasa Gir?
Khorasa Gir had a total population of 6,528, including 3,371 males and 3,157 females.
How many households are there in Khorasa Gir?
Khorasa Gir had 1,327 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khorasa Gir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khorasa Gir was 76.70%. Male literacy was 84.54% and female literacy was 68.45%.