Goriyavad - Dasada, Surendranagar
Goriyavad is a village situated in the Dasada taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patdi and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Goriyavad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Goriyavad is 512117. The village covers a total geographical area of 1907.56 hectares and falls under the 363765 pincode. Patdi is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Goriyavad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dasada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Goriyavad
According to the 2011 Census, Goriyavad village had a total population of 1,371 people, including 694 males and 677 females, living in 319 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.44%, with male literacy at 87.15% and female literacy at 67.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 341.
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 | 1,371 | 694 | 677 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 79 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 341 | 181 | 160 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 937 | 536 | 401 |
| Illiterate Population | 434 | 158 | 276 |
Nearby Villages of Goriyavad
Goriyavad 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 Goriyavad
Goriyavad is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Patdi to Goriyavad is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Goriyavad is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Goriyavad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Goriyavad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Goriyavad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Goriyavad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Goriyavad
Where is Goriyavad located?
Goriyavad village is located in Dasada Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Goriyavad?
Goriyavad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Goriyavad?
The pincode of Goriyavad is 363765.
What is the population of Goriyavad?
Goriyavad had a total population of 1,371, including 694 males and 677 females.
How many households are there in Goriyavad?
Goriyavad had 319 households.
What is the literacy rate in Goriyavad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goriyavad was 77.44%. Male literacy was 87.15% and female literacy was 67.39%.