Gonai

Gonai is a village located in Kharagpur subdivision of Munger district in Bihar, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Kharagpur (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Munger. As per 2009 stats, Kauria is the gram panchayat of Gonai village.

Here you can discover what makes Gonai unique in its vibrant Kharagpur-Munger region. You’ll see Gonai’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Gonai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gonai is 242972. The village spans a total geographical area of 72 hectares. Kharagpur is nearest town to Gonai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.

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Population of Gonai

According to the 2011 Census, Gonai has a total population of about 1,219, with approximately 650 males and 569 females. The sex ratio is around 875 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 190 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 79 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.18%, with male literacy at about 68.00% and female literacy near 55.54%. There are around 266 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gonai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,219 650 569
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 190 90 100
Scheduled Castes (SC) 79 38 41
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 758 442 316
Illiterate Population 461 208 253

Connectivity of Gonai

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gonai. As per the 2011 stats, Gonai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gonai

Knowing the nearby villages of Gonai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gonai.

Frequently Asked Questions about Gonai

Where is Gonai located?
Gonai village is situated in Kharagpur Subdivision, within the Munger district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gonai?
The Gram Panchayat of Gonai is Kauria (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Gonai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gonai is 1,219, with 650 males and 569 females.
How many households are there in Gonai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gonai village has a total of 266 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gonai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gonai is 62.18%. The male literacy rate is 68.00%, while the female literacy rate is 55.54%.