It lies between Jalandhar and stretch of National Highway 44 (Old NH 1), Grand Trunk Road.
Goraya city was famous for manufacturing of foundry objects, bearings and other steel products before the 1990s.
The famous gear making company Guru Nanak Auto GNA has offices in Goraya.
Goraya youth is always interested in sports and practice field hockey, football and cricket regularly.
Canadian Powerlifting Hall of Fame and recipient of prestigious Syl Apps Award from Ontario Government for his sports and community work for the last 40 years.