Gonai - Sangrampur, Munger
Gonai is a village situated in the Sangrampur subdivision of Munger district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sangrampur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Munger. Balia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gonai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gonai is 243319. The village covers a total geographical area of 60 hectares and falls under the 813212 pincode. Kharagpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gonai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gonai
As per Census 2011, Gonai village has a total population of 954 people, consisting of 506 males and 448 females. The village has 169 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 569 literate and 385 illiterate residents. Additionally, 147 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gonai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 954 | 506 | 448 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 58 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 147 | 80 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 569 | 348 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 385 | 158 | 227 |
Nearby Villages of Gonai
Gonai 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 Gonai
Gonai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Kharagpur to Gonai is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Munger to Gonai is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gonai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gonai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gonai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gonai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Gonai
Where is Gonai located?
Gonai village is located in Sangrampur Subdivision, Munger district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gonai?
The Gram Panchayat of Gonai is Balia.
What is the pincode of Gonai?
The pincode of Gonai is 813212.
What is the population of Gonai?
Gonai has a total population of 954, including 506 males and 448 females.
How many households are there in Gonai?
There are 169 households in Gonai.
What is the literacy rate in Gonai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gonai is 59.64%. Male literacy is 68.77% and female literacy is 49.33%.