Konia - Barachatti, Gaya
Konia is a village situated in the Barachatti subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barachatti and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Jaigir serves as the Gram Panchayat for Konia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konia is 257432. The village covers a total geographical area of 123 hectares and falls under the 824201 pincode. Gaya is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Konia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Konia
According to the 2011 Census, Konia village had a total population of 27 people, including 15 males and 12 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 800 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.50%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 58.33%.
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 | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 7 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Konia
Konia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Nawadih Basariya | North-East | 1.27 km |
| Barandih | South-West | 1.35 km |
| Basu Kurha | North | 2.19 km |
| Bongea | North-West | 2.40 km |
| Ergir | South-East | 2.44 km |
| Barawadih | West | 2.51 km |
| Dihdanri | West | 3.21 km |
| Bilaspur | North-West | 3.27 km |
| Masaundha | East | 3.30 km |
| Bhalua Chatti | South | 3.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Konia
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Konia. The nearest railway station is Paharpur, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.2 km.
| 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 Gaya to Konia is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Konia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Konia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konia 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Konia
Where is Konia located?
Konia village is located in Barachatti Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Konia?
The Gram Panchayat of Konia is Jaigir.
What is the pincode of Konia?
The pincode of Konia is 824201.
What is the population of Konia?
Konia had a total population of 27, including 15 males and 12 females.
How many households are there in Konia?
Konia had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Konia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konia was 62.50%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 58.33%.