Gonawan
Gonawan is a village located in Harnaut subdivision of Nalanda district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Harnaut (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Biharsharif. As per 2009 stats, Gonawan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gonawan unique in its vibrant Harnaut-Nalanda region. You’ll see Gonawan’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 Gonawan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gonawan is 244272. The village spans a total geographical area of 342 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 803110. Biharsharif is nearest town to Gonawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Gonawan
Population of Gonawan
According to the 2011 Census, Gonawan has a total population of about 5,628, with approximately 2,969 males and 2,659 females. The sex ratio is around 895 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 963 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,070 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.42%, with male literacy at about 53.08% and female literacy near 36.86%. There are around 846 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gonawan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,628 | 2,969 | 2,659 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 963 | 505 | 458 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,070 | 573 | 497 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,556 | 1,576 | 980 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,072 | 1,393 | 1,679 |
Connectivity of Gonawan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gonawan. As per the 2011 stats, Gonawan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gonawan
Knowing the nearby villages of Gonawan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gonawan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gonawan
- Where is Gonawan located?
- Gonawan village is situated in Harnaut Subdivision, within the Nalanda district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gonawan?
- Gonawan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gonawan?
- The pincode of Gonawan is 803110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gonawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gonawan is 5,628, with 2,969 males and 2,659 females.
- How many households are there in Gonawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gonawan village has a total of 846 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gonawan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gonawan is 45.42%. The male literacy rate is 53.08%, while the female literacy rate is 36.86%.