Ghonsla - Hindaun, Karauli
Ghonsla is a village situated in the Hindaun tehsil of Karauli district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hindaun and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Karauli. Ghonsla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghonsla is 076441. The village covers a total geographical area of 1022.6 hectares and falls under the 322254 pincode. Hindaun is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Ghonsla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hindaun Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karauli-Dholpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghonsla
As per Census 2011, Ghonsla village has a total population of 3,349 people, consisting of 1,838 males and 1,511 females. The village has 557 households and a sex ratio of 822 females per 1,000 males. There are 543 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,994 literate and 1,355 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,550 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghonsla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,349 | 1,838 | 1,511 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 543 | 316 | 227 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,550 | 832 | 718 |
| Literate Population | 1,994 | 1,341 | 653 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,355 | 497 | 858 |
Nearby Villages of Ghonsla
Ghonsla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kherli Goojar | North-East | 2.15 km |
| Mahoo Ibrahimpur | South-East | 3.11 km |
| Gudhapol | South-East | 3.62 km |
| Karai | South | 3.74 km |
| Atkoli | North-East | 3.76 km |
| Ranmalpara | South-West | 3.86 km |
| Nayagaon | West | 3.96 km |
| Mahoo Khas | South | 4.01 km |
| Mahoo Dalalpur | South | 4.62 km |
| Sikandarpur | North | 4.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghonsla
Ghonsla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hindaun City, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ghonsla is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karauli to Ghonsla is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghonsla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghonsla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ghonsla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghonsla 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Ghonsla
Where is Ghonsla located?
Ghonsla village is located in Hindaun Tehsil, Karauli district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghonsla?
Ghonsla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghonsla?
The pincode of Ghonsla is 322254.
What is the population of Ghonsla?
Ghonsla has a total population of 3,349, including 1,838 males and 1,511 females.
How many households are there in Ghonsla?
There are 557 households in Ghonsla.
What is the literacy rate in Ghonsla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghonsla is 59.54%. Male literacy is 72.96% and female literacy is 43.22%.