Ghonja
Ghonja is a village located in Gaighata subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.6km away from sub-district headquarter Gaighata (tehsildar office) and 36.5km away from district headquarter Barasat. As per 2009 stats, Jaleswar Ii is the gram panchayat of Ghonja village.
Here you can discover what makes Ghonja unique in its vibrant Gaighata-North Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Ghonja’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 Ghonja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghonja is 322676. The village spans a total geographical area of 239.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743249. Habra is nearest town to Ghonja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Ghonja
Population of Ghonja
According to the 2011 Census, Ghonja has a total population of about 1,724, with approximately 899 males and 825 females. The sex ratio is around 917 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 146 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 738 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 132. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.04%, with male literacy at about 77.09% and female literacy near 66.55%. There are around 445 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghonja's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,724 | 899 | 825 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 70 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 738 | 378 | 360 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 132 | 57 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 1,242 | 693 | 549 |
| Illiterate Population | 482 | 206 | 276 |
Connectivity of Ghonja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghonja. As per the 2011 stats, Ghonja had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghonja
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghonja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghonja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghonja
- Where is Ghonja located?
- Ghonja village is situated in Gaighata Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghonja?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ghonja is Jaleswar Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ghonja?
- The pincode of Ghonja is 743249, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghonja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghonja is 1,724, with 899 males and 825 females.
- How many households are there in Ghonja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghonja village has a total of 445 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghonja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghonja is 72.04%. The male literacy rate is 77.09%, while the female literacy rate is 66.55%.