Bonta - Dadra & Nagar Haveli, Dadra And Nagar Haveli
Bonta is a village situated in the Dadra & Nagar Haveli taluka of Dadra And Nagar Haveli district, Dadra And Nagar Haveli And Daman And Diu. It is located approximately 14 km from Silvassa and around 14 km from Silvassa. Randha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bonta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bonta is 524939. The village covers a total geographical area of 1580.36 hectares and falls under the 396230 pincode. Silvassa is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Bonta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bonta
As per Census 2011, Bonta village has a total population of 3,009 people, consisting of 1,494 males and 1,515 females. The village has 559 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 495 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,500 literate and 1,509 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,925 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bonta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,009 | 1,494 | 1,515 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 495 | 243 | 252 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,925 | 1,449 | 1,476 |
| Literate Population | 1,500 | 897 | 603 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,509 | 597 | 912 |
Nearby Villages of Bonta
Bonta 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 Bonta
Bonta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Silvassa to Bonta is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bonta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bonta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bonta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bonta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bonta
Where is Bonta located?
Bonta village is located in Dadra & Nagar Haveli Taluka, Dadra And Nagar Haveli district, Dadra And Nagar Haveli And Daman And Diu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bonta?
The Gram Panchayat of Bonta is Randha.
What is the pincode of Bonta?
The pincode of Bonta is 396230.
What is the population of Bonta?
Bonta has a total population of 3,009, including 1,494 males and 1,515 females.
How many households are there in Bonta?
There are 559 households in Bonta.
What is the literacy rate in Bonta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bonta is 49.85%. Male literacy is 60.04% and female literacy is 39.80%.