Gonde - Sinnar, Nashik
Gonde is a village situated in the Sinnar tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sinnar and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Gonde village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gonde is 551223. The village covers a total geographical area of 1809 hectares and falls under the 422606 pincode. Sinnar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gonde village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sinnar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nashik Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gonde
As per Census 2011, Gonde village has a total population of 3,324 people, consisting of 1,698 males and 1,626 females. The village has 612 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 436 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,413 literate and 911 illiterate residents. Additionally, 344 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 125 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gonde are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,324 | 1,698 | 1,626 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 436 | 227 | 209 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 344 | 170 | 174 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 67 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 2,413 | 1,356 | 1,057 |
| Illiterate Population | 911 | 342 | 569 |
Nearby Villages of Gonde
Gonde 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhondvirnagar | North-West | 2.70 km |
| Dattanagar | South | 2.96 km |
| Shivajinagar | South-East | 3.16 km |
| Gurewadi | North-West | 4.33 km |
| Datli | North-East | 4.70 km |
| Manegaon | West | 5.01 km |
| Dodi Kh. | South-East | 5.20 km |
| Musalgaon | North | 5.25 km |
| Ramnagar | South-West | 5.30 km |
| Dapur | South | 5.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gonde
Public transport in the Gonde is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Devlali, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.8 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 Sinnar to Gonde is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Gonde is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gonde
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gonde village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Gonde
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gonde 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gonde
Where is Gonde located?
Gonde village is located in Sinnar Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gonde?
Gonde is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gonde?
The pincode of Gonde is 422606.
What is the population of Gonde?
Gonde has a total population of 3,324, including 1,698 males and 1,626 females.
How many households are there in Gonde?
There are 612 households in Gonde.
What is the literacy rate in Gonde?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gonde is 72.59%. Male literacy is 79.86% and female literacy is 65.01%.