Goraya

Goraya is a village located in Hoshiarpur tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Hoshiarpur (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Guroya is the gram panchayat of Goraya village.

Goraya has its own place in the vibrant Hoshiarpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Goraya

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Goraya is 031430. The village spans a total geographical area of 131 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144210. Hoshiarpur is nearest town to Goraya village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Goraya

Below is a concise population overview of Goraya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 878 461 417
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 89 51 38
Scheduled Castes (SC) 360 189 171
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 647 347 300
Illiterate Population 231 114 117

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Goraya village:

  • The total population of Goraya village is around 878, including approximately 461 males and 417 females, with a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 89 children aged 0–6 years in Goraya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Goraya village has 360 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Goraya village is about 73.69%, with male literacy at 75.27% and female literacy at 71.94%.
  • There are around 181 households in Goraya village.

Connectivity of Goraya

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Goraya. As per the 2011 stats, Goraya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Goraya

Knowing the nearby villages of Goraya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Goraya.

Kutabpur Makimpur Nadali Nurpur Hazipur Daulowal Badala Baich Mirzapur Lalowal Hussainpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Goraya

Where is Goraya located?
Goraya village is situated in Hoshiarpur Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Goraya?
The Gram Panchayat of Goraya is Guroya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Goraya?
The pincode of Goraya is 144210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Goraya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Goraya is 878, with 461 males and 417 females.
How many households are there in Goraya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Goraya village has a total of 181 households.
What is the literacy rate in Goraya as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Goraya is 73.69%. The male literacy rate is 75.27%, while the female literacy rate is 71.94%.