Kongud
Kongud is a village located in Farasgaon tehsil of Bastar district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 66km away from sub-district headquarter Farasgaon (tehsildar office) and 136km away from district headquarter Jagdalpur. As per 2009 stats, Kongud village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kongud unique in its vibrant Farasgaon-Bastar region. You’ll see Kongud’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 Kongud
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kongud is 448992. The village spans a total geographical area of 2072 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494230. Farasgaon is nearest town to Kongud village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 66km away.
Google Map of Kongud
Population of Kongud
According to the 2011 Census, Kongud has a total population of about 2,528, with approximately 1,267 males and 1,261 females. The sex ratio is around 995 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 429 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 184 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,885. The overall literacy rate is approximately 38.92%, with male literacy at about 46.80% and female literacy near 31.01%. There are around 508 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kongud's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,528 | 1,267 | 1,261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 429 | 229 | 200 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 87 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,885 | 953 | 932 |
| Literate Population | 984 | 593 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,544 | 674 | 870 |
Connectivity of Kongud
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kongud. As per the 2011 stats, Kongud had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kongud
Knowing the nearby villages of Kongud helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kongud.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kongud
- Where is Kongud located?
- Kongud village is situated in Farasgaon Tehsil, within the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kongud?
- Kongud serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kongud?
- The pincode of Kongud is 494230, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kongud as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kongud is 2,528, with 1,267 males and 1,261 females.
- How many households are there in Kongud as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kongud village has a total of 508 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kongud as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kongud is 38.92%. The male literacy rate is 46.80%, while the female literacy rate is 31.01%.