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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Gona village has a total population of 383 people, consisting of 190 males and 193 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 226 literate and 157 illiterate residents. Additionally, 165 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 383 | 190 | 193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 32 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 85 | 80 |
| 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 has a total population of 383, including 190 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Gona?
There are 76 households in Gona.
What is the literacy rate in Gona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gona is 59.01%. Male literacy is 72.11% and female literacy is 46.11%.