Kongera - Chhotedongar, Narayanpur
Kongera is a village situated in the Chhotedongar tehsil of Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 28 km from Narayanpur and around 28 km from Narayanpur. Kongera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kongera is 449765. The village covers a total geographical area of 767.88 hectares and falls under the 494661 pincode. Narayanpur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Kongera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narayanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kongera
As per Census 2011, Kongera village has a total population of 1,037 people, consisting of 516 males and 521 females. The village has 183 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 205 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 245 literate and 792 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 984 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kongera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,037 | 516 | 521 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 101 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 984 | 489 | 495 |
| Literate Population | 245 | 157 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 792 | 359 | 433 |
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 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 Narayanpur to Kongera is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kongera
Where is Kongera located?
Kongera village is located in Chhotedongar Tehsil, Narayanpur 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 has a total population of 1,037, including 516 males and 521 females.
How many households are there in Kongera?
There are 183 households in Kongera.
What is the literacy rate in Kongera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kongera is 23.63%. Male literacy is 30.43% and female literacy is 16.89%.