Gontya
Gontya is a village located in Bhagwanpura tehsil of Khargone district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 50km away from sub-district headquarter Bhagwanpura (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Khargone. As per 2009 stats, Gontya village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gontya unique in its vibrant Bhagwanpura-Khargone region. You’ll see Gontya’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gontya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gontya is 477846. The village spans a total geographical area of 909.33 hectares. Khargone is nearest town to Gontya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 70km away.
Google Map of Gontya
Population of Gontya
According to the 2011 Census, Gontya has a total population of about 2,634, with approximately 1,343 males and 1,291 females. The sex ratio is around 961 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 651 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 118 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,425. The overall literacy rate is approximately 21.75%, with male literacy at about 24.20% and female literacy near 19.21%. There are around 378 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gontya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,634 | 1,343 | 1,291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 651 | 336 | 315 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 57 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,425 | 1,234 | 1,191 |
| Literate Population | 573 | 325 | 248 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,061 | 1,018 | 1,043 |
Connectivity of Gontya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gontya. As per the 2011 stats, Gontya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gontya
Knowing the nearby villages of Gontya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gontya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gontya
- Where is Gontya located?
- Gontya village is situated in Bhagwanpura Tehsil, within the Khargone district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gontya?
- Gontya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gontya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gontya is 2,634, with 1,343 males and 1,291 females.
- How many households are there in Gontya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gontya village has a total of 378 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gontya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gontya is 21.75%. The male literacy rate is 24.20%, while the female literacy rate is 19.21%.