Kognara

Kognara is a village located in Gharghoda tehsil of Raigarh district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Gharghoda (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Raigarh. As per 2009 stats, Charbhantha is the gram panchayat of Kognara village.

Kognara has its own place in the vibrant Raigarh 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 Kognara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kognara is 434707. The village spans a total geographical area of 406.31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496111. Gharghoda is nearest town to Kognara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kognara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dharamjaigarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Kognara

Below is a concise population overview of Kognara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 678 332 346
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 97 46 51
Scheduled Castes (SC) 49 28 21
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 604 294 310
Literate Population 356 210 146
Illiterate Population 322 122 200

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kognara village:

  • The total population of Kognara village is around 678, including approximately 332 males and 346 females, with a sex ratio of 1042 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 97 children aged 0–6 years in Kognara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kognara village has 49 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 604 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kognara village is about 52.51%, with male literacy at 63.25% and female literacy at 42.20%.
  • There are around 168 households in Kognara village.

Connectivity of Kognara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kognara. As per the 2011 stats, Kognara 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kognara

Knowing the nearby villages of Kognara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kognara.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kognara

Where is Kognara located?
Kognara village is situated in Gharghoda Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kognara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kognara is Charbhantha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kognara?
The pincode of Kognara is 496111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kognara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kognara is 678, with 332 males and 346 females.
How many households are there in Kognara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kognara village has a total of 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kognara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kognara is 52.51%. The male literacy rate is 63.25%, while the female literacy rate is 42.20%.