Gaonda Meena - Hindaun, Karauli
Gaonda Meena is a village situated in the Hindaun tehsil of Karauli district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hindaun and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Karauli. Gaoda Meena serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaonda Meena village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaonda Meena is 076586. The village covers a total geographical area of 370.5 hectares and falls under the 322234 pincode. Hindaun is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gaonda Meena village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karauli-Dholpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gaonda Meena
According to the 2011 Census, Gaonda Meena village had a total population of 1,542 people, including 854 males and 688 females, living in 300 households. The sex ratio was 806 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.47%, with male literacy at 86.96% and female literacy at 65.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 138, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,340.
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 | 1,542 | 854 | 688 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 237 | 133 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 138 | 84 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,340 | 732 | 608 |
| Literate Population | 1,011 | 627 | 384 |
| Illiterate Population | 531 | 227 | 304 |
Nearby Villages of Gaonda Meena
Gaonda Meena 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 Gaonda Meena
Gaonda Meena is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gaonda Meena.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hindaun to Gaonda Meena is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karauli to Gaonda Meena is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaonda Meena
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaonda Meena village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gaonda Meena
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaonda Meena 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gaonda Meena
Where is Gaonda Meena located?
Gaonda Meena village is located in Hindaun Tehsil, Karauli district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gaonda Meena?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaonda Meena is Gaoda Meena.
What is the pincode of Gaonda Meena?
The pincode of Gaonda Meena is 322234.
What is the population of Gaonda Meena?
Gaonda Meena had a total population of 1,542, including 854 males and 688 females.
How many households are there in Gaonda Meena?
Gaonda Meena had 300 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaonda Meena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaonda Meena was 77.47%. Male literacy was 86.96% and female literacy was 65.75%.