Kounde - Kutru, Bijapur
Kounde is a village situated in the Kutru tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 88 km from Bhairamgarh and around 70 km from Bijapur. Hurraguwali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kounde village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kounde is 451142. The village covers a total geographical area of 864.4 hectares and falls under the 494450 pincode. Bhairamgarh is the nearest town, located about 88 km away.
Kounde village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kounde
According to the 2011 Census, Kounde village had a total population of 177 people, including 81 males and 96 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,185 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 9.86%, with male literacy at 20.63% and female literacy at 1.27%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 177.
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 | 177 | 81 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 177 | 81 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 13 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 68 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Kounde
Kounde 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Teklanugur | South-East | 2.16 km |
| Bodmeta | South-West | 2.86 km |
| Nugur | South-East | 3.74 km |
| Manjimendry | West | 4.21 km |
| Kungler | North-West | 5.72 km |
| Wayanar | South-West | 6.26 km |
| Hingmeta | South-East | 6.72 km |
| Nayatumir Gurda | West | 7.67 km |
| Madepurturri | North-West | 7.86 km |
| Madepur | West | 7.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kounde
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kounde. The nearest railway station is Kamalur, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhairamgarh to Kounde is about 88 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Kounde is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kounde
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kounde 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 Kounde
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kounde village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kounde
Where is Kounde located?
Kounde village is located in Kutru Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kounde?
The Gram Panchayat of Kounde is Hurraguwali.
What is the pincode of Kounde?
The pincode of Kounde is 494450.
What is the population of Kounde?
Kounde had a total population of 177, including 81 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Kounde?
Kounde had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kounde?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kounde was 9.86%. Male literacy was 20.63% and female literacy was 1.27%.