Gonur
Gonur is a village located in Mettur taluka of Salem district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Mettur (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Salem. As per 2009 stats, Sanarapatti is the gram panchayat of Gonur village.
Here you can discover what makes Gonur unique in its vibrant Mettur-Salem region. You’ll see Gonur’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 Gonur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gonur is 633757. The village spans a total geographical area of 3565.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 636404. Mettur is nearest town to Gonur village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Gonur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Edappadi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Salem Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gonur
Population of Gonur
According to the 2011 Census, Gonur has a total population of about 18,766, with approximately 10,061 males and 8,705 females. The sex ratio is around 865 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,864 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,751 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.66%, with male literacy at about 72.37% and female literacy near 55.75%. There are around 5,011 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gonur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 12,134 | 7,281 | 4,853 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,632 | 2,780 | 3,852 |
Connectivity of Gonur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gonur. As per the 2011 stats, Gonur 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gonur
Knowing the nearby villages of Gonur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gonur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gonur
- Where is Gonur located?
- Gonur village is situated in Mettur Taluka, within the Salem district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gonur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gonur is Sanarapatti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gonur?
- The pincode of Gonur is 636404, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gonur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gonur is 18,766, with 10,061 males and 8,705 females.
- How many households are there in Gonur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gonur village has a total of 5,011 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gonur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gonur is 64.66%. The male literacy rate is 72.37%, while the female literacy rate is 55.75%.