Gorej - Mangrol, Junagadh
Gorej is a village situated in the Mangrol taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangrol and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Gorej village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorej is 514808. The village covers a total geographical area of 1067.29 hectares and falls under the 362225 pincode. Mangrol is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Gorej village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Keshod Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gorej
As per Census 2011, Gorej village has a total population of 2,424 people, consisting of 1,241 males and 1,183 females. The village has 439 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 250 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,739 literate and 685 illiterate residents. Additionally, 458 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gorej are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,424 | 1,241 | 1,183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 122 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 458 | 253 | 205 |
| Literate Population | 1,739 | 996 | 743 |
| Illiterate Population | 685 | 245 | 440 |
Nearby Villages of Gorej
Gorej 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 Gorej
Public transport in the Gorej is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mangrol to Gorej is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Gorej is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gorej
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorej village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gorej
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gorej village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gorej
Where is Gorej located?
Gorej village is located in Mangrol Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gorej?
Gorej is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gorej?
The pincode of Gorej is 362225.
What is the population of Gorej?
Gorej has a total population of 2,424, including 1,241 males and 1,183 females.
How many households are there in Gorej?
There are 439 households in Gorej.
What is the literacy rate in Gorej?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorej is 71.74%. Male literacy is 80.26% and female literacy is 62.81%.