Gawnkunda
Gawnkunda is a village located in Ghorawal tehsil of Sonbhadra district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Ghorawal (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Sonbhadra. As per 2009 stats, Baijnath is the gram panchayat of Gawnkunda village.
Here you can discover what makes Gawnkunda unique in its vibrant Ghorawal-Sonbhadra region. You’ll see Gawnkunda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gawnkunda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gawnkunda is 213267. The village spans a total geographical area of 77.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 231210. Sonbhadra is nearest town to Gawnkunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Gawnkunda
Population of Gawnkunda
According to the 2011 Census, Gawnkunda has a total population of about 268, with approximately 143 males and 125 females. The sex ratio is around 874 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 39 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 206 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.03%, with male literacy at about 50.35% and female literacy near 36.80%. There are around 42 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gawnkunda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 268 | 143 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 25 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 206 | 108 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 118 | 72 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 71 | 79 |
Connectivity of Gawnkunda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gawnkunda. As per the 2011 stats, Gawnkunda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gawnkunda
Knowing the nearby villages of Gawnkunda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gawnkunda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gawnkunda
- Where is Gawnkunda located?
- Gawnkunda village is situated in Ghorawal Tehsil, within the Sonbhadra district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gawnkunda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gawnkunda is Baijnath (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gawnkunda?
- The pincode of Gawnkunda is 231210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gawnkunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gawnkunda is 268, with 143 males and 125 females.
- How many households are there in Gawnkunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gawnkunda village has a total of 42 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gawnkunda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gawnkunda is 44.03%. The male literacy rate is 50.35%, while the female literacy rate is 36.80%.