Konpara - Farsabahar, Jashpur
Konpara is a village situated in the Farsabahar tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Farsabahar and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Konpara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konpara is 434187. The village covers a total geographical area of 490.36 hectares and falls under the 496245 pincode. Pathalgaon is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Konpara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kunkuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Konpara
According to the 2011 Census, Konpara village had a total population of 1,649 people, including 839 males and 810 females, living in 347 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.70%, with male literacy at 67.40% and female literacy at 51.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,031.
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 | 1,649 | 839 | 810 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 227 | 115 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,031 | 505 | 526 |
| Literate Population | 849 | 488 | 361 |
| Illiterate Population | 800 | 351 | 449 |
Nearby Villages of Konpara
Konpara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Daltoli | East | 1.97 km |
| Saraitoli | North-East | 2.00 km |
| Kumharbahar | North-West | 2.29 km |
| Khutsera | West | 2.59 km |
| Takmunda | North-West | 3.12 km |
| Baro | North-East | 3.44 km |
| Mauhadih | South-West | 3.55 km |
| Pharadbahar | North-East | 3.86 km |
| Tikli Baro Para | South-East | 3.95 km |
| Tumla | South-East | 4.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Konpara
Konpara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ibh2, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.5 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 Pathalgaon to Konpara is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Konpara is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Konpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konpara 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Konpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konpara 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 Konpara
Where is Konpara located?
Konpara village is located in Farsabahar Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Konpara?
Konpara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Konpara?
The pincode of Konpara is 496245.
What is the population of Konpara?
Konpara had a total population of 1,649, including 839 males and 810 females.
How many households are there in Konpara?
Konpara had 347 households.
What is the literacy rate in Konpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konpara was 59.70%. Male literacy was 67.40% and female literacy was 51.72%.