Goriya Khera - Aklera, Jhalawar
Goriya Khera is a village situated in the Aklera tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aklera and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Chureliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Goriya Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Goriya Khera is 104528. The village covers a total geographical area of 251.1 hectares and falls under the 326033 pincode. Aklera is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Goriya Khera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manohar thana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Goriya Khera
As per Census 2011, Goriya Khera village has a total population of 370 people, consisting of 181 males and 189 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 1,044 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 179 literate and 191 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Goriya Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 370 | 181 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 31 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 112 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 69 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Goriya Khera
Goriya Khera is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Khejra | West | 1.38 km |
| Koonjran | East | 1.50 km |
| Ganeshpura | West | 1.65 km |
| Thamari | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Chureliya | South | 2.12 km |
| Sareri | North | 2.32 km |
| Khuri | North-East | 2.36 km |
| Naya Pura | West | 2.98 km |
| Semli Khurd | North-West | 3.15 km |
| Motipura | North-West | 3.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Goriya Khera
Goriya Khera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chachaura Binaganj, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Aklera to Goriya Khera is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Goriya Khera is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Goriya Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Goriya Khera 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 Khera
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 Khera 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 Khera
Where is Goriya Khera located?
Goriya Khera village is located in Aklera Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Goriya Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Goriya Khera is Chureliya.
What is the pincode of Goriya Khera?
The pincode of Goriya Khera is 326033.
What is the population of Goriya Khera?
Goriya Khera has a total population of 370, including 181 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Goriya Khera?
There are 79 households in Goriya Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Goriya Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goriya Khera is 48.38%. Male literacy is 61.88% and female literacy is 35.45%.