Gona - Raighar, Nabarangpur
Gona is a village situated in the Raighar tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Raighar and around 105 km from Nabarangapur . Gona village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gona is 427225. The village covers a total geographical area of 35 hectares and falls under the 764088 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 40 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 Umarkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gona
As per Census 2011, Gona village has a total population of 2,575 people, consisting of 1,316 males and 1,259 females. The village has 543 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 494 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 819 literate and 1,756 illiterate residents. Additionally, 172 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,702 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,575 | 1,316 | 1,259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 494 | 258 | 236 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 172 | 90 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,702 | 867 | 835 |
| Literate Population | 819 | 509 | 310 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,756 | 807 | 949 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khallepara | North-West | 2.43 km |
| Baraguda | North-East | 2.57 km |
| Bharsundi | South-West | 3.15 km |
| Mundibeda | South-East | 3.81 km |
| Budrapada | North | 3.82 km |
| Timanpur | North-West | 4.09 km |
| Chhatabeda | South-West | 4.31 km |
| Kaliapadar | West | 5.18 km |
| Ranipadar | South-West | 5.43 km |
| Baghobeda | West | 6.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gona
Gona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umarkote to Gona is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Gona is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gona
Where is Gona located?
Gona village is located in Raighar Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gona?
Gona is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gona?
The pincode of Gona is 764088.
What is the population of Gona?
Gona has a total population of 2,575, including 1,316 males and 1,259 females.
How many households are there in Gona?
There are 543 households in Gona.
What is the literacy rate in Gona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gona is 31.81%. Male literacy is 38.68% and female literacy is 24.62%.