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
According to the 2011 Census, Gorej village had a total population of 2,424 people, including 1,241 males and 1,183 females, living in 439 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.99%, with male literacy at 89.01% and female literacy at 70.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 458.
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 | 2,424 | 1,241 | 1,183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 122 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 458 | 253 | 205 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 2,424, including 1,241 males and 1,183 females.
How many households are there in Gorej?
Gorej had 439 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gorej?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorej was 79.99%. Male literacy was 89.01% and female literacy was 70.43%.