Gounju
About Gounju
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gounju village is 412620. Gounju village is located in Gopalpur tehsil of Ganjam district in Odisha, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Gopalpur (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Chatrapur. As per 2009 stats, Ganju is the gram panchayat of Gounju village.
The total geographical area of village is 448 hectares. Gounju has a total population of 2,958 peoples, out of which male population is 1,534 while female population is 1,424. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 928 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gounju village is 50.81% out of which 62.71% males and 37.99% females are literate. There are about 620 houses in gounju village. Pincode of gounju village locality is 761002.
Brahmapur is nearest town to gounju village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
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Population of Gounju
The population details of Gounju cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,958 | 1,534 | 1,424 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 351 | 187 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,092 | 567 | 525 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,503 | 962 | 541 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,455 | 572 | 883 |
Connectivity of Gounju
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gounju
Where is Gounju located?
Gounju village is situated in Gopalpur Tehsil, within the Ganjam district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gounju?
The Gram Panchayat of Gounju is Ganju (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gounju?
The pincode of Gounju is 761002, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gounju as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gounju is 2,958, with 1,534 males and 1,424 females.
How many households are there in Gounju as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gounju village has a total of 620 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gounju as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gounju is 50.81%. The male literacy rate is 62.71%, while the female literacy rate is 37.99%.