Gonamba - Sagbara, Narmada
Gonamba is a village situated in the Sagbara taluka of Narmada district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sagbara and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Rajpipla. Datwada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gonamba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gonamba is 521805. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.67 hectares and falls under the 393050 pincode. Sagbara is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gonamba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gonamba
According to the 2011 Census, Gonamba village had a total population of 515 people, including 264 males and 251 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.26%, with male literacy at 88.94% and female literacy at 55.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 512.
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 | 515 | 264 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 29 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 512 | 262 | 250 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 209 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 55 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Gonamba
Gonamba 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 Gonamba
Gonamba is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sagbara to Gonamba is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajpipla to Gonamba is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gonamba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gonamba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gonamba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gonamba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gonamba
Where is Gonamba located?
Gonamba village is located in Sagbara Taluka, Narmada district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gonamba?
The Gram Panchayat of Gonamba is Datwada.
What is the pincode of Gonamba?
The pincode of Gonamba is 393050.
What is the population of Gonamba?
Gonamba had a total population of 515, including 264 males and 251 females.
How many households are there in Gonamba?
Gonamba had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gonamba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gonamba was 73.26%. Male literacy was 88.94% and female literacy was 55.71%.