Goria - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Goria is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from Kotdwara and around 128 km from Pauri. Umath Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Goria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Goria is 048459. The village covers a total geographical area of 12.15 hectares and falls under the 246127 pincode. Dogadda is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Goria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Goria
According to the 2011 Census, Goria village had a total population of 75 people, including 33 males and 42 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,273 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.82%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 65.71%.
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 | 75 | 33 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 2 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 31 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 2 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Goria
Goria is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Goria
Goria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Dogadda to Goria is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Goria is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Goria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Goria 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Goria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Goria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Goria
Where is Goria located?
Goria village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Goria?
The Gram Panchayat of Goria is Umath Gaon.
What is the pincode of Goria?
The pincode of Goria is 246127.
What is the population of Goria?
Goria had a total population of 75, including 33 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Goria?
Goria had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Goria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goria was 81.82%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 65.71%.