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 Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Konch
According to the 2011 Census, Konch village had a total population of 1,284 people, including 677 males and 607 females, living in 195 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.75%, with male literacy at 72.04% and female literacy at 39.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 619.
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 | 1,284 | 677 | 607 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 119 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 619 | 325 | 294 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,284, including 677 males and 607 females.
How many households are there in Konch?
Konch had 195 households.
What is the literacy rate in Konch?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konch was 56.75%. Male literacy was 72.04% and female literacy was 39.47%.