Gongu

Gongu is a village located in Gunupur tehsil of Rayagada district in Odisha, India. It is situated 34km away from sub-district headquarter Gunupur (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Rayagada . As per 2009 stats, Morama is the gram panchayat of Gongu village.

Gongu has its own place in the vibrant Rayagada 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 Gongu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gongu is 426836. The village spans a total geographical area of 328 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 765034. Gunupur is nearest town to Gongu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.

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Population of Gongu

Below is a concise population overview of Gongu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 231 106 125
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 46 20 26
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1 N/A 1
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 190 89 101
Literate Population 58 36 22
Illiterate Population 173 70 103

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gongu village:

  • The total population of Gongu village is around 231, including approximately 106 males and 125 females, with a sex ratio of 1179 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 46 children aged 0–6 years in Gongu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gongu village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 190 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gongu village is about 25.11%, with male literacy at 33.96% and female literacy at 17.60%.
  • There are around 64 households in Gongu village.

Connectivity of Gongu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gongu. As per the 2011 stats, Gongu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gongu

Knowing the nearby villages of Gongu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gongu.

Gotalapadar Srirampur Kururaguda Gumuduguda Marama Paridi Industrial Educational Area Belandi Jerapanga Kurukuti Dahipanga

Frequently Asked Questions about Gongu

Where is Gongu located?
Gongu village is situated in Gunupur Tehsil, within the Rayagada district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gongu?
The Gram Panchayat of Gongu is Morama (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gongu?
The pincode of Gongu is 765034, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gongu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gongu is 231, with 106 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Gongu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gongu village has a total of 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gongu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gongu is 25.11%. The male literacy rate is 33.96%, while the female literacy rate is 17.60%.