Gonal - Shorapur, Yadgir
Gonal is a village situated in the Shorapur taluka of Yadgir district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shorapur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Yadgir. Aldal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gonal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gonal is 621004. The village covers a total geographical area of 495.62 hectares and falls under the 585220 pincode. Shorapur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Gonal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shorapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raichur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gonal
As per Census 2011, Gonal village has a total population of 592 people, consisting of 301 males and 291 females. The village has 117 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 356 literate and 236 illiterate residents. Additionally, 87 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gonal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 592 | 301 | 291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 34 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 46 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 356 | 217 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 84 | 152 |
Nearby Villages of Gonal
Gonal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Handral | South | 2.11 km |
| Aldhal | East | 2.13 km |
| Konal | South-West | 2.37 km |
| Nagaral | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Mangihal | North-West | 2.70 km |
| Bachimatti | West | 3.34 km |
| Rajapur (d) | East | 3.63 km |
| Kade Kamat Konal | South-West | 4.23 km |
| Devatkal | West | 4.47 km |
| Havinhal | East | 4.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gonal
Gonal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Thangundi, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Shorapur to Gonal is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yadgir to Gonal is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gonal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gonal 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gonal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gonal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gonal
Where is Gonal located?
Gonal village is located in Shorapur Taluka, Yadgir district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gonal?
The Gram Panchayat of Gonal is Aldal.
What is the pincode of Gonal?
The pincode of Gonal is 585220.
What is the population of Gonal?
Gonal has a total population of 592, including 301 males and 291 females.
How many households are there in Gonal?
There are 117 households in Gonal.
What is the literacy rate in Gonal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gonal is 60.14%. Male literacy is 72.09% and female literacy is 47.77%.