Ghonsara Village - Poundi-Uproda, Korba
Ghonsara is a village situated in the Poundi-Uproda tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 77 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poundi-uproda and around 117 km from the district headquarters in Korba. Ghosara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghonsara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghonsara is 435964. The village covers a total geographical area of 1139.4 hectares and falls under the 495448 pincode. Katghora is the nearest town, located about 87 km away.
Ghonsara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pali-tanakhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghonsara
As per Census 2011, Ghonsara village has a total population of 1,650 people, consisting of 803 males and 847 females. The village has 414 households and a sex ratio of 1,054 females per 1,000 males. There are 229 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 698 literate and 952 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,170 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghonsara are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,650 | 803 | 847 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 134 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,170 | 555 | 615 |
| Literate Population | 698 | 382 | 316 |
| Illiterate Population | 952 | 421 | 531 |
Nearby Villages of Ghonsara
Ghonsara is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarpata | North-East | 2.53 km |
| Gadara | West | 2.56 km |
| Sakhoda | South-West | 3.30 km |
| Simga | North-West | 3.47 km |
| Baldevnagar | North-East | 4.31 km |
| Paldhurena | North | 4.37 km |
| Jamkachhar | North-West | 5.03 km |
| Nawapara | North-West | 6.00 km |
| Kothi Kharra | North | 6.16 km |
| Sarastal | North | 6.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghonsara
Ghonsara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chirmiri, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katghora to Ghonsara is about 87 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Korba to Ghonsara is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghonsara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghonsara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ghonsara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghonsara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ghonsara
Where is Ghonsara located?
Ghonsara village is located in Poundi-Uproda Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghonsara?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghonsara is Ghosara.
What is the pincode of Ghonsara?
The pincode of Ghonsara is 495448.
What is the population of Ghonsara?
Ghonsara has a total population of 1,650, including 803 males and 847 females.
How many households are there in Ghonsara?
There are 414 households in Ghonsara.
What is the literacy rate in Ghonsara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghonsara is 42.30%. Male literacy is 47.57% and female literacy is 37.31%.