Gorya Khera - Manohar Thana, Jhalawar
Gorya Khera is a village situated in the Manohar Thana tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manohar Thana and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Ranwasya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gorya Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorya Khera is 104793. The village covers a total geographical area of 207.04 hectares and falls under the 326037 pincode. Aklera is the nearest town, located about 40 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 577 people, consisting of 303 males and 274 females. The village has 121 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 326 literate and 251 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gorya Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 577 | 303 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 51 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 218 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 251 | 85 | 166 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khata Kheri | South-West | 1.42 km |
| Baldeopura | North-East | 1.48 km |
| Kachhotiya | North | 1.71 km |
| Haripura | South | 2.27 km |
| Banjari | South-East | 2.33 km |
| Ganeshpura Maliyan | North-West | 2.52 km |
| Todra | East | 2.55 km |
| Peeplya Lodhan | South-West | 2.58 km |
| Todri Jagannath | East | 2.82 km |
| Gangahoni | North-East | 2.85 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 Chachaura Binaganj, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.2 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 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Gorya Khera is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gorya Khera
Where is Gorya Khera located?
Gorya Khera village is located in Manohar Thana Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gorya Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Gorya Khera is Ranwasya.
What is the pincode of Gorya Khera?
The pincode of Gorya Khera is 326037.
What is the population of Gorya Khera?
Gorya Khera has a total population of 577, including 303 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Gorya Khera?
There are 121 households in Gorya Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Gorya Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorya Khera is 56.50%. Male literacy is 71.95% and female literacy is 39.42%.