Gonur East - Mettur, Salem
Gonur East is a village situated in the Mettur taluka of Salem district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mettur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Salem. Gonur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gonur East village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gonur East is 633757. The village covers a total geographical area of 3565.17 hectares and falls under the 636404 pincode. Mettur is the nearest town.
Gonur East village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Edappadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salem Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gonur East
As per Census 2011, Gonur East village has a total population of 18,766 people, consisting of 10,061 males and 8,705 females. The village has 5,011 households and a sex ratio of 865 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,864 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 12,134 literate and 6,632 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,751 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gonur East are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 18,766 | 10,061 | 8,705 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,864 | 1,013 | 851 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,751 | 917 | 834 |
| Literate Population | 12,134 | 7,281 | 4,853 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,632 | 2,780 | 3,852 |
Nearby Villages of Gonur East
Gonur East 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 Gonur East
Gonur East is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Gonur East.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Salem to Gonur East is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gonur East
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gonur East village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gonur East
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gonur East 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 Gonur East
Where is Gonur East located?
Gonur East village is located in Mettur Taluka, Salem district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gonur East?
The Gram Panchayat of Gonur East is Gonur.
What is the pincode of Gonur East?
The pincode of Gonur East is 636404.
What is the population of Gonur East?
Gonur East has a total population of 18,766, including 10,061 males and 8,705 females.
How many households are there in Gonur East?
There are 5,011 households in Gonur East.
What is the literacy rate in Gonur East?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gonur East is 64.66%. Male literacy is 72.37% and female literacy is 55.75%.