Kongera - Baderajpur, Kondagaon
Kongera is a village situated in the Baderajpur tehsil of Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 8 km from Visrampuree and around 155 km from Jagdalpur. Kongera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kongera is 448601. The village covers a total geographical area of 548.4 hectares and falls under the 494661 pincode. Visrampuree is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Kongera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kongera
According to the 2011 Census, Kongera village had a total population of 933 people, including 442 males and 491 females, living in 201 households. The sex ratio was 1,111 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.73%, with male literacy at 74.87% and female literacy at 45.96%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 827.
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 | 933 | 442 | 491 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 48 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 827 | 390 | 437 |
| Literate Population | 494 | 295 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 439 | 147 | 292 |
Nearby Villages of Kongera
Kongera is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kongera
Kongera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Visrampuree to Kongera is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jagdalpur to Kongera is about 155 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kongera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kongera 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 Kongera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kongera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kongera
Where is Kongera located?
Kongera village is located in Baderajpur Tehsil, Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kongera?
Kongera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kongera?
The pincode of Kongera is 494661.
What is the population of Kongera?
Kongera had a total population of 933, including 442 males and 491 females.
How many households are there in Kongera?
Kongera had 201 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kongera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kongera was 59.73%. Male literacy was 74.87% and female literacy was 45.96%.