Inguna - Bodh Gaya, Gaya

Inguna is a village situated in the Bodh Gaya subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bodh Gaya and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Mora Mardana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Inguna village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Inguna is 256561. The village covers a total geographical area of 158 hectares and falls under the 824231 pincode. Bodh Gaya is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.

Inguna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barachatti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gaya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Inguna

According to the 2011 Census, Inguna village had a total population of 902 people, including 431 males and 471 females, living in 150 households. The sex ratio was 1,093 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.19%, with male literacy at 86.01% and female literacy at 53.64%.

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 Population902431471
Child Population (0–6 yrs)18888100
Scheduled Castes (SC)000
Scheduled Tribes (ST)000
Literate Population494295199
Illiterate Population408136272

Nearby Villages of Inguna

Inguna 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 VillageDirectionApprox. Distance (Aerial)
Moti ChakNorth0.93 km
KurumdihSouth1.09 km
MajhauliEast1.21 km
AsniWest1.22 km
BhanwarbarEast1.90 km
Mora MardanaNorth2.03 km
KharaunaNorth-West2.17 km
NawadihSouth2.32 km
PanerWest2.44 km
KusaSouth-West2.47 km

Transport and Connectivity of Inguna

Inguna is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kastha, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 123.2 km.

ConnectivityStatusNearest Availability
Public Bus ServiceNoAvailable within 5-10 km
Private Bus ServiceNoAvailable within 5-10 km
Railway StationNoAvailable within >10 km

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bodh Gaya to Inguna is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Inguna is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Inguna

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Inguna village is detailed below:

Service TypeStatusNearest Availability
BankNoAvailable within 5-10 km
ATMNoAvailable within 5-10 km
Post OfficeNoAvailable within 5-10 km

Health Facilities in Inguna

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Inguna village are given below:

Facility TypeStatusNearest Availability
Health Sub-Centre (HSC)NoAvailable within 5-10 km
Primary Health Centre (PHC)NoAvailable within 5-10 km
Community Health Centre (CHC)YesAvailable within village

FAQs about Inguna

Where is Inguna located?

Inguna village is located in Bodh Gaya Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.

What is the Gram Panchayat of Inguna?

The Gram Panchayat of Inguna is Mora Mardana.

What is the pincode of Inguna?

The pincode of Inguna is 824231.

What is the population of Inguna?

Inguna had a total population of 902, including 431 males and 471 females.

How many households are there in Inguna?

Inguna had 150 households.

What is the literacy rate in Inguna?

As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Inguna was 69.19%. Male literacy was 86.01% and female literacy was 53.64%.