Goonga
Goonga is a village located in Sheo tehsil of Barmer district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Sheo (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Barmer. As per 2009 stats, Gunga is the gram panchayat of Goonga village.
Here you can discover what makes Goonga unique in its vibrant Sheo-Barmer region. You’ll see Goonga’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Goonga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Goonga is 086807. The village spans a total geographical area of 7314 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 344705. Barmer is nearest town to Goonga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 58km away.
Google Map of Goonga
Population of Goonga
According to the 2011 Census, Goonga has a total population of about 4,484, with approximately 2,413 males and 2,071 females. The sex ratio is around 858 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 856 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 428 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.69%, with male literacy at about 63.86% and female literacy near 37.52%. There are around 849 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Goonga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,484 | 2,413 | 2,071 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 856 | 465 | 391 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 428 | 240 | 188 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,318 | 1,541 | 777 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,166 | 872 | 1,294 |
Connectivity of Goonga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Goonga. As per the 2011 stats, Goonga 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Goonga
Knowing the nearby villages of Goonga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Goonga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Goonga
- Where is Goonga located?
- Goonga village is situated in Sheo Tehsil, within the Barmer district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Goonga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Goonga is Gunga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Goonga?
- The pincode of Goonga is 344705, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Goonga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Goonga is 4,484, with 2,413 males and 2,071 females.
- How many households are there in Goonga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Goonga village has a total of 849 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Goonga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Goonga is 51.69%. The male literacy rate is 63.86%, while the female literacy rate is 37.52%.