Gonghat - Gola, Gorakhpur
Gonghat is a village situated in the Gola tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gola and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Gonghat village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gonghat is 188146. The village covers a total geographical area of 610.42 hectares and falls under the 273408 pincode.
Gonghat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Gonghat
According to the 2011 Census, Gonghat village had a total population of 618 people, including 343 males and 275 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 802 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 28.73%, with male literacy at 36.42% and female literacy at 18.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 142, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 618 | 343 | 275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 30 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 77 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 160 | 114 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 458 | 229 | 229 |
Nearby Villages of Gonghat
Gonghat 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 Gonghat
Public transport in the Gonghat is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gorakhpur to Gonghat is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gonghat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gonghat 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gonghat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gonghat 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gonghat
Where is Gonghat located?
Gonghat village is located in Gola Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gonghat?
Gonghat is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gonghat?
The pincode of Gonghat is 273408.
What is the population of Gonghat?
Gonghat had a total population of 618, including 343 males and 275 females.
How many households are there in Gonghat?
Gonghat had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gonghat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gonghat was 28.73%. Male literacy was 36.42% and female literacy was 18.85%.