Gonda - Karwi, Chitrakoot
Gonda is a village situated in the Karwi tehsil of Chitrakoot district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from Gonda, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Gaunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gonda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gonda is 155485. The village covers a total geographical area of 1136 hectares and falls under the 210202 pincode. Allahabad is the nearest town, located about 145 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 Chitrakoot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gonda
As per Census 2011, Gonda village has a total population of 4,786 people, consisting of 2,576 males and 2,210 females. The village has 794 households and a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males. There are 886 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,582 literate and 2,204 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,151 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gonda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,786 | 2,576 | 2,210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 886 | 458 | 428 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,151 | 607 | 544 |
| Literate Population | 2,582 | 1,657 | 925 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,204 | 919 | 1,285 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dugawa | South-East | 2.39 km |
| Rampur Mafi | East | 2.47 km |
| Rauli Kalayanpur | North-West | 2.89 km |
| Akbarpur (b) | East | 2.98 km |
| Kharaiha | South-West | 3.09 km |
| Pahara | North-East | 3.68 km |
| Bharatpur Pahara | South-East | 4.00 km |
| Hariharpur | South-East | 4.03 km |
| Dholbaja | South | 4.07 km |
| Pataunda | North | 4.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gonda
Gonda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bharat Kup, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Allahabad to Gonda is about 145 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Gonda is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gonda
Where is Gonda located?
Gonda village is located in Karwi Tehsil, Chitrakoot district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gonda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gonda is Gaunda.
What is the pincode of Gonda?
The pincode of Gonda is 210202.
What is the population of Gonda?
Gonda has a total population of 4,786, including 2,576 males and 2,210 females.
How many households are there in Gonda?
There are 794 households in Gonda.
What is the literacy rate in Gonda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gonda is 53.95%. Male literacy is 64.32% and female literacy is 41.86%.