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
According to the 2011 Census, Gorsian village had a total population of 868 people, including 414 males and 454 females, living in 209 households. The sex ratio was 1,097 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.29%, with male literacy at 84.68% and female literacy at 82.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35.
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 | 868 | 414 | 454 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 55 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 868, including 414 males and 454 females.
How many households are there in Gorsian?
Gorsian had 209 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gorsian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorsian was 83.29%. Male literacy was 84.68% and female literacy was 82.10%.