Gounju
Gounju is a village 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.
Gounju has its own place in the vibrant Ganjam region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Gounju
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gounju is 412620. The village spans a total geographical area of 448 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761002. Brahmapur is nearest town to Gounju village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Gounju
Population of Gounju
Below is a concise population overview of Gounju as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,958 | 1,534 | 1,424 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 351 | 187 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,092 | 567 | 525 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,503 | 962 | 541 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,455 | 572 | 883 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gounju village:
- The total population of Gounju village is around 2,958, including approximately 1,534 males and 1,424 females, with a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 351 children aged 0–6 years in Gounju village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gounju village has 1,092 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gounju village is about 50.81%, with male literacy at 62.71% and female literacy at 37.99%.
- There are around 620 households in Gounju village.
Connectivity of Gounju
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gounju. As per the 2011 stats, Gounju had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Gounju
Knowing the nearby villages of Gounju helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gounju.
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%.