Konch - Itarhi, Buxar
Konch is a village situated in the Itarhi subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Itarhi and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Unwas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Konch village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konch is 248698. The village covers a total geographical area of 133 hectares and falls under the 802123 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Konch village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Konch
As per Census 2011, Konch village has a total population of 1,284 people, consisting of 677 males and 607 females. The village has 195 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 232 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 597 literate and 687 illiterate residents. Additionally, 619 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Konch are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,284 | 677 | 607 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 119 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 619 | 325 | 294 |
| Literate Population | 597 | 402 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 687 | 275 | 412 |
Nearby Villages of Konch
Konch 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 Konch
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Konch.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Buxar to Konch is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Konch
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konch 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Konch
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konch village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Konch
Where is Konch located?
Konch village is located in Itarhi Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Konch?
The Gram Panchayat of Konch is Unwas.
What is the pincode of Konch?
The pincode of Konch is 802123.
What is the population of Konch?
Konch has a total population of 1,284, including 677 males and 607 females.
How many households are there in Konch?
There are 195 households in Konch.
What is the literacy rate in Konch?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konch is 46.50%. Male literacy is 59.38% and female literacy is 32.13%.