Gonra - Gurua, Gaya
Gonra is a village situated in the Gurua subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurua and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Kaj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gonra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gonra is 255603. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 804405 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Gonra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gonra
As per Census 2011, Gonra village has a total population of 743 people, consisting of 374 males and 369 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 148 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 262 literate and 481 illiterate residents. Additionally, 579 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gonra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 743 | 374 | 369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 66 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 579 | 295 | 284 |
| Literate Population | 262 | 151 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 481 | 223 | 258 |
Nearby Villages of Gonra
Gonra 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 Gonra
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Gonra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sherghati to Gonra is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Gonra is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gonra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gonra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gonra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gonra 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 Gonra
Where is Gonra located?
Gonra village is located in Gurua Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gonra?
The Gram Panchayat of Gonra is Kaj.
What is the pincode of Gonra?
The pincode of Gonra is 804405.
What is the population of Gonra?
Gonra has a total population of 743, including 374 males and 369 females.
How many households are there in Gonra?
There are 98 households in Gonra.
What is the literacy rate in Gonra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gonra is 35.26%. Male literacy is 40.37% and female literacy is 30.08%.