Goni - Bichhua, Chhindwara
Goni is a village situated in the Bichhua tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhua and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Goni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Goni is 495362. The village covers a total geographical area of 152.08 hectares and falls under the 480111 pincode. Chhindwara is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Goni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Goni
As per Census 2011, Goni village has a total population of 1,461 people, consisting of 756 males and 705 females. The village has 301 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,077 literate and 384 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Goni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,461 | 756 | 705 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 55 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,077 | 632 | 445 |
| Illiterate Population | 384 | 124 | 260 |
Nearby Villages of Goni
Goni 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 Goni
Goni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chhindwara to Goni is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Goni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Goni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Goni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Goni 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Goni
Where is Goni located?
Goni village is located in Bichhua Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Goni?
Goni is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Goni?
The pincode of Goni is 480111.
What is the population of Goni?
Goni has a total population of 1,461, including 756 males and 705 females.
How many households are there in Goni?
There are 301 households in Goni.
What is the literacy rate in Goni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goni is 73.72%. Male literacy is 83.60% and female literacy is 63.12%.