Konari - Dongargaon, Rajnandgaon
Konari is a village situated in the Dongargaon tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dongargaon and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Rajnandgaon. Konari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konari is 441148. The village covers a total geographical area of 162.22 hectares and falls under the 491661 pincode. Dongargaon is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Konari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dongargaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Konari
As per Census 2011, Konari village has a total population of 887 people, consisting of 441 males and 446 females. The village has 184 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 545 literate and 342 illiterate residents. Additionally, 100 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Konari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 887 | 441 | 446 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 43 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 46 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 545 | 301 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 342 | 140 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Konari
Konari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Salhe | West | 1.27 km |
| Amlidih | North-East | 1.40 km |
| Ghughwa | North-West | 1.84 km |
| Ari | South-East | 1.84 km |
| Bagdai | South | 1.98 km |
| Bije Bhatha | North | 2.28 km |
| Dogargaon | South-West | 2.83 km |
| Bargaon | West | 2.95 km |
| Matiya | South | 2.99 km |
| Rudgaon | East | 3.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Konari
Konari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bakal, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.7 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 Dongargaon to Konari is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Konari is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Konari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Konari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konari 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 Konari
Where is Konari located?
Konari village is located in Dongargaon Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Konari?
Konari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Konari?
The pincode of Konari is 491661.
What is the population of Konari?
Konari has a total population of 887, including 441 males and 446 females.
How many households are there in Konari?
There are 184 households in Konari.
What is the literacy rate in Konari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konari is 61.44%. Male literacy is 68.25% and female literacy is 54.71%.