Gorsan - Desar, Vadodara
Gorsan is a village situated in the Desar taluka of Vadodara district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from Savli and around 51 km from Vadodara. Shihora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gorsan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorsan is 519721. The village covers a total geographical area of 204.28 hectares and falls under the 391530 pincode. Savli is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Gorsan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Savli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vadodara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gorsan
According to the 2011 Census, Gorsan village had a total population of 717 people, including 368 males and 349 females, living in 136 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 99.69%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 99.38%.
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 | 717 | 368 | 349 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 35 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 652 | 333 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 35 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Gorsan
Gorsan 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 Gorsan
Gorsan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Savli to Gorsan is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vadodara to Gorsan is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gorsan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorsan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gorsan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gorsan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gorsan
Where is Gorsan located?
Gorsan village is located in Desar Taluka, Vadodara district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gorsan?
The Gram Panchayat of Gorsan is Shihora.
What is the pincode of Gorsan?
The pincode of Gorsan is 391530.
What is the population of Gorsan?
Gorsan had a total population of 717, including 368 males and 349 females.
How many households are there in Gorsan?
Gorsan had 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gorsan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorsan was 99.69%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 99.38%.