Gona - Palera, Tikamgarh
Gona is a village situated in the Palera tehsil of Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palera and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Tikamgarh. Gouna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gona is 456976. The village covers a total geographical area of 536.15 hectares and falls under the 472221 pincode. Palera is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Gona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jatara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tikamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gona
As per Census 2011, Gona village has a total population of 1,375 people, consisting of 732 males and 643 females. The village has 239 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 255 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 614 literate and 761 illiterate residents. Additionally, 346 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,375 | 732 | 643 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 126 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 346 | 179 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 17 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 614 | 425 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 761 | 307 | 454 |
Nearby Villages of Gona
Gona 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karaula | South | 1.55 km |
| Ajokhar | South-West | 2.32 km |
| Khakora | North-West | 3.02 km |
| Bela | South | 3.52 km |
| Para | South-West | 3.61 km |
| Bhanpura | West | 3.67 km |
| Alampura Khas | South | 4.15 km |
| Alampura Ugad | South | 4.72 km |
| Bhagwant Nagar | South-West | 4.88 km |
| Birguan | North-West | 5.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gona
Gona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Harpalpur, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Palera to Gona is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tikamgarh to Gona 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 Gona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gona 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gona
Where is Gona located?
Gona village is located in Palera Tehsil, Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gona?
The Gram Panchayat of Gona is Gouna.
What is the pincode of Gona?
The pincode of Gona is 472221.
What is the population of Gona?
Gona has a total population of 1,375, including 732 males and 643 females.
How many households are there in Gona?
There are 239 households in Gona.
What is the literacy rate in Gona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gona is 44.65%. Male literacy is 58.06% and female literacy is 29.39%.