Gona - Mainpur, Gariyaband
Gona is a village situated in the Mainpur tehsil of Gariyaband district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 22 km from Mainpur and around 160 km from Raipur. Gona village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gona is 445418. The village covers a total geographical area of 724.99 hectares and falls under the 493888 pincode. Gobra Nawapara is the nearest town, located about 111 km away.
Gona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bindranawagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gona
According to the 2011 Census, Gona village had a total population of 803 people, including 409 males and 394 females, living in 171 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.89%, with male literacy at 88.59% and female literacy at 61.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 712.
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 | 803 | 409 | 394 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 76 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 2 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 712 | 362 | 350 |
| Literate Population | 510 | 295 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 293 | 114 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Gona
Gona 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 Gona
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Gona.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gobra Nawapara to Gona is about 111 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Gona is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gona
Where is Gona located?
Gona village is located in Mainpur Tehsil, Gariyaband district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gona?
Gona is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gona?
The pincode of Gona is 493888.
What is the population of Gona?
Gona had a total population of 803, including 409 males and 394 females.
How many households are there in Gona?
Gona had 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gona was 74.89%. Male literacy was 88.59% and female literacy was 61.78%.