Kona - Jarhagaon, Mungeli
Kona is a village situated in the Jarhagaon tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 17 km from Mungeli and around 45 km from Bilaspur. Kona village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kona is 438324. The village covers a total geographical area of 225.04 hectares and falls under the 495330 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Kona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungeli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kona
According to the 2011 Census, Kona village had a total population of 1,086 people, including 560 males and 526 females, living in 214 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.78%, with male literacy at 82.07% and female literacy at 55.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 251, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 1,086 | 560 | 526 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 97 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 251 | 134 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 628 | 380 | 248 |
| Illiterate Population | 458 | 180 | 278 |
Nearby Villages of Kona
Kona 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 Kona
Kona 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 Bilaspur to Kona is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kona
Where is Kona located?
Kona village is located in Jarhagaon Tehsil, Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kona?
Kona is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kona?
The pincode of Kona is 495330.
What is the population of Kona?
Kona had a total population of 1,086, including 560 males and 526 females.
How many households are there in Kona?
Kona had 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kona was 68.78%. Male literacy was 82.07% and female literacy was 55.11%.