Gonda - Lalganj, Rae Bareli
Gonda is a village situated in the Lalganj tehsil of Rae Bareli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lalganj and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Rae Bareli. Saidapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gonda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gonda is 144727. The village covers a total geographical area of 117.11 hectares and falls under the 229216 pincode. Rae Bareli is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Gonda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sareni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rae Bareli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gonda
According to the 2011 Census, Gonda village had a total population of 723 people, including 377 males and 346 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.98%, with male literacy at 81.40% and female literacy at 59.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 363.
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 | 723 | 377 | 346 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 49 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 363 | 186 | 177 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 450 | 267 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 110 | 163 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mathurpur Mu. | South-East | 1.16 km |
| Sarai Khande Mu. | North-West | 1.66 km |
| Mathurpur Aht. | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Dafpura | South | 2.20 km |
| Dudhwan | North | 2.51 km |
| Chhivlaha | East | 2.63 km |
| Puranpur | North | 2.66 km |
| Helauli | East | 2.86 km |
| Firojpur | South-East | 2.97 km |
| Bahupur | North-East | 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 Malwan, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rae Bareli to Gonda is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 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 2-5 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) | 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 Gonda
Where is Gonda located?
Gonda village is located in Lalganj Tehsil, Rae Bareli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gonda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gonda is Saidapur.
What is the pincode of Gonda?
The pincode of Gonda is 229216.
What is the population of Gonda?
Gonda had a total population of 723, including 377 males and 346 females.
How many households are there in Gonda?
Gonda had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gonda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gonda was 70.98%. Male literacy was 81.40% and female literacy was 59.80%.