Supkona - Patan, Durg
Supkona is a village situated in the Patan tehsil of Durg district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Durg. Sipkonha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Supkona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Supkona is 442723. The village covers a total geographical area of 629.45 hectares and falls under the 491111 pincode. Patan is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Supkona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Durg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Supkona
As per Census 2011, Supkona village has a total population of 1,986 people, consisting of 990 males and 996 females. The village has 377 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 247 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,186 literate and 800 illiterate residents. Additionally, 477 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Supkona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,986 | 990 | 996 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 247 | 127 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 477 | 238 | 239 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 1,186 | 690 | 496 |
| Illiterate Population | 800 | 300 | 500 |
Nearby Villages of Supkona
Supkona 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khatti | North | 1.88 km |
| Lamkeni | South-East | 2.24 km |
| Sonpur | South | 2.25 km |
| Sikola (patan) | West | 2.65 km |
| Thakurain Tola | North-West | 2.75 km |
| Dhondara | East | 2.90 km |
| Parsada-4 (parsada) | North | 3.59 km |
| Parsulidih | South-East | 4.03 km |
| Khamhariya | South-West | 4.18 km |
| Tarrighat | South | 4.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Supkona
Supkona is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chataud, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Patan to Supkona is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Durg to Supkona is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Supkona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Supkona 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Supkona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Supkona 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 Supkona
Where is Supkona located?
Supkona village is located in Patan Tehsil, Durg district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Supkona?
The Gram Panchayat of Supkona is Sipkonha.
What is the pincode of Supkona?
The pincode of Supkona is 491111.
What is the population of Supkona?
Supkona has a total population of 1,986, including 990 males and 996 females.
How many households are there in Supkona?
There are 377 households in Supkona.
What is the literacy rate in Supkona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Supkona is 59.72%. Male literacy is 69.70% and female literacy is 49.80%.