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 Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Gonai
According to the 2011 Census, Gonai village had a total population of 954 people, including 506 males and 448 females, living in 169 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.82%, with male literacy at 77.68% and female literacy at 56.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 147.
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 Population | 954 | 506 | 448 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 58 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 147 | 80 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 954, including 506 males and 448 females.
How many households are there in Gonai?
Gonai had 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gonai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gonai was 67.82%. Male literacy was 77.68% and female literacy was 56.52%.