Gona - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Gona is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Gona village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gona is 040320. The village covers a total geographical area of 127.53 hectares and falls under the 249141 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Gona 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 Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gona
According to the 2011 Census, Gona village had a total population of 383 people, including 190 males and 193 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.29%, with male literacy at 86.71% and female literacy at 55.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 165.
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 | 383 | 190 | 193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 32 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 85 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 226 | 137 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 53 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Gona
Gona 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 Gona
Gona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Gona is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Gona is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gona 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Gona
Where is Gona located?
Gona village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gona?
Gona is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gona?
The pincode of Gona is 249141.
What is the population of Gona?
Gona had a total population of 383, including 190 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Gona?
Gona had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gona was 71.29%. Male literacy was 86.71% and female literacy was 55.97%.