Ghoria - Ghorawal, Sonbhadra
Ghoria is a village situated in the Ghorawal tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghorawal and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Parsauna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghoria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghoria is 212970. The village covers a total geographical area of 433.92 hectares and falls under the 231210 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town.
Ghoria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghoria
As per Census 2011, Ghoria village has a total population of 484 people, consisting of 257 males and 227 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 264 literate and 220 illiterate residents. Additionally, 439 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghoria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 484 | 257 | 227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 47 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 439 | 233 | 206 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 264 | 173 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 220 | 84 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Ghoria
Ghoria 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tendua | South-East | 1.85 km |
| Lali | South | 2.19 km |
| Lahas | East | 2.30 km |
| Ubha | North | 3.29 km |
| Babhani | North-West | 3.72 km |
| Barbaspur | East | 3.79 km |
| Semera Khurd | West | 4.43 km |
| Karry | North-East | 4.52 km |
| Parsauna | South | 4.82 km |
| Ghuwas | South-East | 4.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghoria
Ghoria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lusa, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sonbhadra to Ghoria is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghoria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghoria 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghoria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghoria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ghoria
Where is Ghoria located?
Ghoria village is located in Ghorawal Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghoria?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghoria is Parsauna.
What is the pincode of Ghoria?
The pincode of Ghoria is 231210.
What is the population of Ghoria?
Ghoria has a total population of 484, including 257 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Ghoria?
There are 83 households in Ghoria.
What is the literacy rate in Ghoria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghoria is 54.55%. Male literacy is 67.32% and female literacy is 40.09%.