Konkona Village - Poundi-Uproda, Korba
Konkona is a village situated in the Poundi-Uproda tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poundi-uproda and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Korba. Konkona village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konkona is 436085. The village covers a total geographical area of 3646.76 hectares and falls under the 495448 pincode. Katghora is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Konkona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pali-tanakhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Konkona
As per Census 2011, Konkona village has a total population of 2,588 people, consisting of 1,274 males and 1,314 females. The village has 635 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 432 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,158 literate and 1,430 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,020 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Konkona are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,588 | 1,274 | 1,314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 432 | 195 | 237 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,020 | 1,013 | 1,007 |
| Literate Population | 1,158 | 673 | 485 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,430 | 601 | 829 |
Nearby Villages of Konkona
Konkona 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pondi | South-East | 4.30 km |
| Gursiya | North | 5.11 km |
| Lepara | North-East | 5.21 km |
| Bango | East | 6.11 km |
| Nagoi Kuteser | South-West | 6.25 km |
| Charra | South-East | 6.27 km |
| Bartarai | South | 6.40 km |
| Tanakhar | South-East | 6.99 km |
| Ghoghra | South-West | 7.26 km |
| Amali Bhauna | South | 7.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Konkona
Konkona is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Gevra Road, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.4 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 Katghora to Konkona is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Korba to Konkona is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Konkona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konkona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Konkona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konkona 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 Konkona
Where is Konkona located?
Konkona village is located in Poundi-Uproda Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Konkona?
Konkona is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Konkona?
The pincode of Konkona is 495448.
What is the population of Konkona?
Konkona has a total population of 2,588, including 1,274 males and 1,314 females.
How many households are there in Konkona?
There are 635 households in Konkona.
What is the literacy rate in Konkona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konkona is 44.74%. Male literacy is 52.83% and female literacy is 36.91%.