Gorari - Jakhania, Ghazipur
Gorari is a village situated in the Jakhania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakhanian and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Gorari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorari is 203685. The village covers a total geographical area of 139.18 hectares and falls under the 275205 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Gorari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jakhanian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gorari
As per Census 2011, Gorari village has a total population of 844 people, consisting of 406 males and 438 females. The village has 130 households and a sex ratio of 1,078 females per 1,000 males. There are 142 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 407 literate and 437 illiterate residents. Additionally, 182 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gorari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 844 | 406 | 438 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 76 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 182 | 96 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 407 | 239 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 437 | 167 | 270 |
Nearby Villages of Gorari
Gorari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rasool Pur | South-West | 0.48 km |
| Jalal Kasim | East | 0.67 km |
| Zamin Jaidev | East | 0.70 km |
| Mustfabad | West | 0.81 km |
| Chakkhan Muhammad | South-West | 0.86 km |
| Mohiuddin Pur | North | 0.92 km |
| Pahalwanpur | South | 1.02 km |
| Palhntari | South-East | 1.22 km |
| Araji Singh | South | 1.29 km |
| Sarai Manikraj | East | 1.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gorari
Gorari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Hurmujpur Halt, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghazipur to Gorari is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gorari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gorari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gorari 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gorari
Where is Gorari located?
Gorari village is located in Jakhania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gorari?
Gorari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gorari?
The pincode of Gorari is 275205.
What is the population of Gorari?
Gorari has a total population of 844, including 406 males and 438 females.
How many households are there in Gorari?
There are 130 households in Gorari.
What is the literacy rate in Gorari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorari is 48.22%. Male literacy is 58.87% and female literacy is 38.36%.