Gonai

Gonai is a village located in Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Gangolihat (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Ganai Gangoli is the gram panchayat of Gonai village.

Gonai has its own place in the vibrant Pithoragarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Gonai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gonai is 049907. The village spans a total geographical area of 58.92 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262532. Pithoragarh is nearest town to Gonai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 120km away.

When it comes to local governance, Gonai village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Almora Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Gonai

Below is a concise population overview of Gonai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 363 196 167
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 44 25 19
Scheduled Castes (SC) 136 76 60
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 299 168 131
Illiterate Population 64 28 36

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gonai village:

  • The total population of Gonai village is around 363, including approximately 196 males and 167 females, with a sex ratio of 852 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 44 children aged 0–6 years in Gonai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gonai village has 136 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gonai village is about 82.37%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 78.44%.
  • There are around 87 households in Gonai village.

Connectivity of Gonai

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gonai. As per the 2011 stats, Gonai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gonai

Knowing the nearby villages of Gonai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gonai.

Frequently Asked Questions about Gonai

Where is Gonai located?
Gonai village is situated in Gangolihat Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gonai?
The Gram Panchayat of Gonai is Ganai Gangoli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gonai?
The pincode of Gonai is 262532, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gonai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gonai is 363, with 196 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Gonai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gonai village has a total of 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gonai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gonai is 82.37%. The male literacy rate is 85.71%, while the female literacy rate is 78.44%.