Gongu - Gunupur, Rayagada
Gongu is a village situated in the Gunupur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gunupur and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Morama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gongu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gongu is 426836. The village covers a total geographical area of 328 hectares and falls under the 765034 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Gongu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gongu
According to the 2011 Census, Gongu village had a total population of 231 people, including 106 males and 125 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 1,179 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.35%, with male literacy at 41.86% and female literacy at 22.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 190.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 231 | 106 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 20 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 190 | 89 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 36 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 70 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Gongu
Gongu is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gongu
Gongu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Gunupur to Gongu is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Gongu is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gongu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gongu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gongu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gongu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gongu
Where is Gongu located?
Gongu village is located in Gunupur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gongu?
The Gram Panchayat of Gongu is Morama.
What is the pincode of Gongu?
The pincode of Gongu is 765034.
What is the population of Gongu?
Gongu had a total population of 231, including 106 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Gongu?
Gongu had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gongu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gongu was 31.35%. Male literacy was 41.86% and female literacy was 22.22%.