Gorya Khera - Aklera, Jhalawar
Gorya Khera is a village situated in the Aklera tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aklera and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Gopalpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gorya Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorya Khera is 104507. The village covers a total geographical area of 192.12 hectares and falls under the 326033 pincode. Aklera is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Gorya 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 Gorya Khera
As per Census 2011, Gorya Khera village has a total population of 422 people, consisting of 228 males and 194 females. The village has 81 households and a sex ratio of 850 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 232 literate and 190 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 382 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gorya Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 422 | 228 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 33 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 382 | 206 | 176 |
| Literate Population | 232 | 151 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 190 | 77 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Gorya Khera
Gorya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khuri | North | 1.21 km |
| Gopalpura | South-East | 1.58 km |
| Kanwar Pura | East | 1.63 km |
| Rampura | West | 1.68 km |
| Semli Kalan | South | 1.82 km |
| Chandipur | North-East | 1.94 km |
| Pachola | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Gordhanpura@kachnari | South-East | 2.29 km |
| Manpura Goojran | South-East | 2.55 km |
| Bareri Khurd | North | 2.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gorya Khera
Gorya Khera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chhabra Gugor, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.8 km.
| 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 Aklera to Gorya Khera is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Gorya Khera is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gorya Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorya Khera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gorya 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 Gorya 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 Gorya Khera
Where is Gorya Khera located?
Gorya Khera village is located in Aklera Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gorya Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Gorya Khera is Gopalpura.
What is the pincode of Gorya Khera?
The pincode of Gorya Khera is 326033.
What is the population of Gorya Khera?
Gorya Khera has a total population of 422, including 228 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Gorya Khera?
There are 81 households in Gorya Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Gorya Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorya Khera is 54.98%. Male literacy is 66.23% and female literacy is 41.75%.