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.
Here you can discover what makes Gonai unique in its vibrant Gangolihat-Pithoragarh region. You’ll see Gonai’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 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.
Google Map of Gonai
Population of Gonai
According to the 2011 Census, Gonai has a total population of about 363, with approximately 196 males and 167 females. The sex ratio is around 852 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 44 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 136 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 82.37%, with male literacy at about 85.71% and female literacy near 78.44%. There are around 87 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gonai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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%.