Elmagunda - Jagargunda, Sukma
Elmagunda is a village situated in the Jagargunda tehsil of Sukma district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 89 km from Konta and around 100 km from Dantewada. Elmagunda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Elmagunda is 450460. The village covers a total geographical area of 153 hectares and falls under the 494122 pincode. Dornapal is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Elmagunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Konta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Elmagunda
As per Census 2011, Elmagunda village has a total population of 272 people, consisting of 131 males and 141 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 1,076 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 73 literate and 199 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 270 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Elmagunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 272 | 131 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 270 | 130 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 45 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 199 | 86 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Elmagunda
Elmagunda 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 Elmagunda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Elmagunda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dornapal to Elmagunda is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Elmagunda is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Elmagunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Elmagunda 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 Elmagunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Elmagunda 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 Elmagunda
Where is Elmagunda located?
Elmagunda village is located in Jagargunda Tehsil, Sukma district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Elmagunda?
Elmagunda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Elmagunda?
The pincode of Elmagunda is 494122.
What is the population of Elmagunda?
Elmagunda has a total population of 272, including 131 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Elmagunda?
There are 62 households in Elmagunda.
What is the literacy rate in Elmagunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Elmagunda is 26.84%. Male literacy is 34.35% and female literacy is 19.86%.