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
As per Census 2011, Elkan Guda village has a total population of 164 people, consisting of 71 males and 93 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 1,309 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2 literate and 162 illiterate residents. Additionally, 164 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Elkan Guda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 164 | 71 | 93 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| 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 has a total population of 164, including 71 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Elkan Guda?
There are 32 households in Elkan Guda.
What is the literacy rate in Elkan Guda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Elkan Guda is 1.22%. Male literacy is 1.41% and female literacy is 1.08%.