Gawnkunda - Ghorawal, Sonbhadra
Gawnkunda is a village situated in the Ghorawal tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghorawal and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Baijnath serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gawnkunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gawnkunda is 213267. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.28 hectares and falls under the 231210 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gawnkunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gawnkunda
According to the 2011 Census, Gawnkunda village had a total population of 268 people, including 143 males and 125 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 874 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.53%, with male literacy at 61.02% and female literacy at 41.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 206.
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 | 268 | 143 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 25 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 206 | 108 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 72 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 71 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Gawnkunda
Gawnkunda 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 Gawnkunda
Gawnkunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Gawnkunda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Gawnkunda is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gawnkunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gawnkunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gawnkunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gawnkunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gawnkunda
Where is Gawnkunda located?
Gawnkunda village is located in Ghorawal Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gawnkunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gawnkunda is Baijnath.
What is the pincode of Gawnkunda?
The pincode of Gawnkunda is 231210.
What is the population of Gawnkunda?
Gawnkunda had a total population of 268, including 143 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Gawnkunda?
Gawnkunda had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gawnkunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gawnkunda was 51.53%. Male literacy was 61.02% and female literacy was 41.44%.