Khonga
Khonga is a village located in Manora tehsil of Jashpur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Manora (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Jashpur Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Khonga village is also a gram panchayat.
Khonga has its own place in the vibrant Jashpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Khonga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khonga is 433927. The village spans a total geographical area of 916.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496330. Jashpur Nagar is nearest town to Khonga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
Google Map of Khonga
Population of Khonga
Below is a concise population overview of Khonga as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 659 | 336 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 34 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 20 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 473 | 242 | 231 |
| Literate Population | 386 | 237 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 99 | 174 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khonga village:
- The total population of Khonga village is around 659, including approximately 336 males and 323 females, with a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 71 children aged 0–6 years in Khonga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khonga village has 46 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 473 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khonga village is about 58.57%, with male literacy at 70.54% and female literacy at 46.13%.
- There are around 148 households in Khonga village.
Connectivity of Khonga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khonga. As per the 2011 stats, Khonga 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khonga
Knowing the nearby villages of Khonga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khonga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khonga
- Where is Khonga located?
- Khonga village is situated in Manora Tehsil, within the Jashpur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khonga?
- Khonga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Khonga?
- The pincode of Khonga is 496330, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khonga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khonga is 659, with 336 males and 323 females.
- How many households are there in Khonga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khonga village has a total of 148 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khonga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khonga is 58.57%. The male literacy rate is 70.54%, while the female literacy rate is 46.13%.