Gorau - Kheragarh, Agra
Gorau is a village situated in the Kheragarh tehsil of Agra district, Uttar Pradesh. Gorau village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorau is 124949. The village covers a total geographical area of 310.21 hectares and falls under the 283124 pincode.
Gorau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Gorau
According to the 2011 Census, Gorau village had a total population of 1,698 people, including 906 males and 792 females, living in 257 households. The sex ratio was 874 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.36%, with male literacy at 72.18% and female literacy at 42.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 155.
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 | 1,698 | 906 | 792 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 341 | 187 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 77 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 792 | 519 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 906 | 387 | 519 |
Nearby Villages of Gorau
Gorau 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bishrampur | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Soun | South-West | 2.00 km |
| Digrauta | North-East | 2.31 km |
| Shahpur Rakauli | North-West | 2.42 km |
| Rithori | East | 2.64 km |
| Cheetpur | North-West | 3.04 km |
| Ayela | South | 3.66 km |
| Bhaker | South-West | 3.97 km |
| Cheet | West | 3.97 km |
| Kukawar | East | 4.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gorau
Gorau is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jajau, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.8 km.
| 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 5-10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Gorau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorau 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 Gorau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gorau village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gorau
Where is Gorau located?
Gorau village is located in Kheragarh Tehsil, Agra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gorau?
Gorau is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gorau?
The pincode of Gorau is 283124.
What is the population of Gorau?
Gorau had a total population of 1,698, including 906 males and 792 females.
How many households are there in Gorau?
Gorau had 257 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gorau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorau was 58.36%. Male literacy was 72.18% and female literacy was 42.79%.