Birkona
Birkona is a village located in Katghora tehsil of Korba district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Katghora (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Korba. As per 2009 stats, Ponsara is the gram panchayat of Birkona village.
Birkona has its own place in the vibrant Korba 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 Birkona
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Birkona is 435894. The village spans a total geographical area of 75.49 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495447. Katghora is nearest town to Birkona village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
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Population of Birkona
Below is a concise population overview of Birkona 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 | 287 | 141 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 41 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 90 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 51 | 66 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Birkona village:
- The total population of Birkona village is around 287, including approximately 141 males and 146 females, with a sex ratio of 1035 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 47 children aged 0–6 years in Birkona village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Birkona village has 21 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 86 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Birkona village is about 59.23%, with male literacy at 63.83% and female literacy at 54.79%.
- There are around 74 households in Birkona village.
Connectivity of Birkona
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Birkona. As per the 2011 stats, Birkona 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 Birkona
Knowing the nearby villages of Birkona helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Birkona.
Frequently Asked Questions about Birkona
- Where is Birkona located?
- Birkona village is situated in Katghora Tehsil, within the Korba district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Birkona?
- The Gram Panchayat of Birkona is Ponsara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Birkona?
- The pincode of Birkona is 495447, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Birkona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Birkona is 287, with 141 males and 146 females.
- How many households are there in Birkona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Birkona village has a total of 74 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Birkona as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Birkona is 59.23%. The male literacy rate is 63.83%, while the female literacy rate is 54.79%.