Goriya - Gyaraspur, Vidisha
Goriya is a village situated in the Gyaraspur tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gyaraspur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Kanjela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Goriya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Goriya is 481618. The village covers a total geographical area of 256.25 hectares and falls under the 464331 pincode. Gyaraspur is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Goriya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Goriya
According to the 2011 Census, Goriya village had a total population of 793 people, including 419 males and 374 females, living in 190 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.12%, with male literacy at 63.44% and female literacy at 49.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 25, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 578.
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 | 793 | 419 | 374 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 88 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 578 | 313 | 265 |
| Literate Population | 353 | 210 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 440 | 209 | 231 |
Nearby Villages of Goriya
Goriya 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 Goriya
Goriya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gyaraspur to Goriya is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vidisha to Goriya is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Goriya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Goriya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Goriya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Goriya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Goriya
Where is Goriya located?
Goriya village is located in Gyaraspur Tehsil, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Goriya?
The Gram Panchayat of Goriya is Kanjela.
What is the pincode of Goriya?
The pincode of Goriya is 464331.
What is the population of Goriya?
Goriya had a total population of 793, including 419 males and 374 females.
How many households are there in Goriya?
Goriya had 190 households.
What is the literacy rate in Goriya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goriya was 57.12%. Male literacy was 63.44% and female literacy was 49.83%.