Gonha - Sagri, Azamgarh
Gonha is a village situated in the Sagri tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sagri and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Urdiha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gonha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gonha is 192715. The village covers a total geographical area of 177.85 hectares and falls under the 276141 pincode.
Gonha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sagri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gonha
According to the 2011 Census, Gonha village had a total population of 42 people, including 28 males and 14 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 500 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.50%, with male literacy at 37.04% and female literacy at 38.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 42 | 28 | 14 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 18 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Gonha
Gonha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Haidrabad | South-East | 0.30 km |
| Arazi Pandey Jot | West | 0.68 km |
| Arazi Barhiya Chak | North-West | 0.75 km |
| Arazi Gulariya | South-West | 0.78 km |
| Gotaha | North-West | 0.88 km |
| Arazi Indarjot | West | 0.98 km |
| Puraori | North | 1.16 km |
| Arazi Aatanagar | North-West | 1.28 km |
| Arazi Bardaha | West | 1.40 km |
| Arazi Navbarar Devara Karkhiya | East | 1.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gonha
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gonha. The nearest railway station is Sidhari Halt, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Azamgarh to Gonha is about 36 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 Gonha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gonha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gonha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gonha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gonha
Where is Gonha located?
Gonha village is located in Sagri Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gonha?
The Gram Panchayat of Gonha is Urdiha.
What is the pincode of Gonha?
The pincode of Gonha is 276141.
What is the population of Gonha?
Gonha had a total population of 42, including 28 males and 14 females.
How many households are there in Gonha?
Gonha had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gonha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gonha was 37.50%. Male literacy was 37.04% and female literacy was 38.46%.