Gonda - Ramnagar, Bara Banki
Gonda is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Barabanki. Gonda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gonda is 164240. The village covers a total geographical area of 274.12 hectares and falls under the 225201 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Gonda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ram Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barabanki Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gonda
As per Census 2011, Gonda village has a total population of 1,384 people, consisting of 761 males and 623 females. The village has 254 households and a sex ratio of 818 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 490 literate and 894 illiterate residents. Additionally, 141 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gonda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,384 | 761 | 623 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 57 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 77 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 490 | 327 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 894 | 434 | 460 |
Nearby Villages of Gonda
Gonda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bijhala | North | 1.54 km |
| Gova | West | 1.58 km |
| Mohandwa | South-East | 1.87 km |
| Basantpur | South | 1.91 km |
| Govamanjhara | West | 2.35 km |
| Basantpur Manjhara | South-West | 2.77 km |
| Bhairampur | South | 2.83 km |
| Ballopur | North-East | 3.02 km |
| Lalpur Karauta | North-West | 3.06 km |
| Musariha | West | 3.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gonda
Gonda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chowka Ghat, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Ramnagar to Gonda is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barabanki to Gonda is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gonda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gonda 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gonda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gonda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gonda
Where is Gonda located?
Gonda village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gonda?
Gonda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gonda?
The pincode of Gonda is 225201.
What is the population of Gonda?
Gonda has a total population of 1,384, including 761 males and 623 females.
How many households are there in Gonda?
There are 254 households in Gonda.
What is the literacy rate in Gonda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gonda is 35.40%. Male literacy is 42.97% and female literacy is 26.16%.