Gorsian - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Gorsian is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Gorsian village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorsian is 030786. The village covers a total geographical area of 229 hectares and falls under the 144221 pincode. Dasua is the nearest town.
Gorsian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Urmar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gorsian
As per Census 2011, Gorsian village has a total population of 868 people, consisting of 414 males and 454 females. The village has 209 households and a sex ratio of 1,096 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 648 literate and 220 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gorsian are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 868 | 414 | 454 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 55 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 648 | 304 | 344 |
| Illiterate Population | 220 | 110 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Gorsian
Gorsian 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 Gorsian
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gorsian. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Gorsian.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Gorsian is about 48 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 Gorsian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorsian village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gorsian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gorsian 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gorsian
Where is Gorsian located?
Gorsian village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gorsian?
Gorsian is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gorsian?
The pincode of Gorsian is 144221.
What is the population of Gorsian?
Gorsian has a total population of 868, including 414 males and 454 females.
How many households are there in Gorsian?
There are 209 households in Gorsian.
What is the literacy rate in Gorsian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorsian is 74.65%. Male literacy is 73.43% and female literacy is 75.77%.