Goriwala - Goriwala St, Sirsa
Goriwala is a village situated in the Goriwala St tehsil of Sirsa district, Haryana. It is located approximately 24 km from Dabwali and around 45 km from Sirsa. Goriwala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Goriwala is 060547. The village covers a total geographical area of 1072 hectares and falls under the 125103 pincode. Dabwali is the nearest town.
Goriwala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dabwali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sirsa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Goriwala
According to the 2011 Census, Goriwala village had a total population of 4,145 people, including 2,210 males and 1,935 females, living in 725 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.94%, with male literacy at 81.57% and female literacy at 61.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 744.
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 | 4,145 | 2,210 | 1,935 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 478 | 262 | 216 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 744 | 386 | 358 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,638 | 1,589 | 1,049 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,507 | 621 | 886 |
Nearby Villages of Goriwala
Goriwala 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 Goriwala
Goriwala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Sirsa to Goriwala is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Goriwala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Goriwala 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 Goriwala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Goriwala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Goriwala
Where is Goriwala located?
Goriwala village is located in Goriwala St Tehsil, Sirsa district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Goriwala?
Goriwala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Goriwala?
The pincode of Goriwala is 125103.
What is the population of Goriwala?
Goriwala had a total population of 4,145, including 2,210 males and 1,935 females.
How many households are there in Goriwala?
Goriwala had 725 households.
What is the literacy rate in Goriwala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goriwala was 71.94%. Male literacy was 81.57% and female literacy was 61.02%.