Konar - Ghoghardiha, Madhubani
Konar is a village situated in the Ghoghardiha subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghoghardiha and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Bishanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Konar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konar is 220750. The village covers a total geographical area of 194.8 hectares and falls under the 847108 pincode. Ghoghardiha is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Konar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Konar
According to the 2011 Census, Konar village had a total population of 2,899 people, including 1,492 males and 1,407 females, living in 541 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.10%, with male literacy at 71.39% and female literacy at 39.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 457.
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 | 2,899 | 1,492 | 1,407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 587 | 286 | 301 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 457 | 241 | 216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,297 | 861 | 436 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,602 | 631 | 971 |
Nearby Villages of Konar
Konar 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 Konar
Konar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Konar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghoghardiha to Konar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Konar is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Konar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Konar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Konar
Where is Konar located?
Konar village is located in Ghoghardiha Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Konar?
The Gram Panchayat of Konar is Bishanpur.
What is the pincode of Konar?
The pincode of Konar is 847108.
What is the population of Konar?
Konar had a total population of 2,899, including 1,492 males and 1,407 females.
How many households are there in Konar?
Konar had 541 households.
What is the literacy rate in Konar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konar was 56.10%. Male literacy was 71.39% and female literacy was 39.42%.