Engra - Makdi, Kondagaon
Engra is a village situated in the Makdi tehsil of Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from Makdi and around 120 km from Jagdalpur. Ingra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Engra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Engra is 448837. The village covers a total geographical area of 742.61 hectares and falls under the 494237 pincode. Kondagaon is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Engra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Engra
According to the 2011 Census, Engra village had a total population of 1,095 people, including 545 males and 550 females, living in 218 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.01%, with male literacy at 69.82% and female literacy at 48.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 764.
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 | 1,095 | 545 | 550 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 91 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 764 | 381 | 383 |
| Literate Population | 547 | 317 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 548 | 228 | 320 |
Nearby Villages of Engra
Engra 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 Engra
Engra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Kondagaon to Engra is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jagdalpur to Engra is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Engra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Engra 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Engra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Engra 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Engra
Where is Engra located?
Engra village is located in Makdi Tehsil, Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Engra?
The Gram Panchayat of Engra is Ingra.
What is the pincode of Engra?
The pincode of Engra is 494237.
What is the population of Engra?
Engra had a total population of 1,095, including 545 males and 550 females.
How many households are there in Engra?
Engra had 218 households.
What is the literacy rate in Engra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Engra was 59.01%. Male literacy was 69.82% and female literacy was 48.63%.