Elkan Guda - Konta, Sukma
Elkan Guda is a village situated in the Konta tehsil of Sukma district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 55 km from Konta and around 211 km from Dantewada. Kistaram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Elkan Guda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Elkan Guda is 450438. The village covers a total geographical area of 158 hectares and falls under the 494122 pincode. Bhadrachalam (a.p.) is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Elkan Guda 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 Elkan Guda
According to the 2011 Census, Elkan Guda village had a total population of 164 people, including 71 males and 93 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,310 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 1.50%, with male literacy at 1.79% and female literacy at 1.30%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 164.
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 | 164 | 71 | 93 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 164 | 71 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 70 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Elkan Guda
Elkan Guda 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 Elkan Guda
Elkan Guda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Bhadrachalam (a.p.) to Elkan Guda is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Elkan Guda is about 211 km, with the usual travel time around ~6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Elkan Guda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Elkan Guda 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 Elkan Guda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Elkan Guda 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 Elkan Guda
Where is Elkan Guda located?
Elkan Guda village is located in Konta Tehsil, Sukma district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Elkan Guda?
The Gram Panchayat of Elkan Guda is Kistaram.
What is the pincode of Elkan Guda?
The pincode of Elkan Guda is 494122.
What is the population of Elkan Guda?
Elkan Guda had a total population of 164, including 71 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Elkan Guda?
Elkan Guda had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Elkan Guda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Elkan Guda was 1.50%. Male literacy was 1.79% and female literacy was 1.30%.