Injaram - Konta, Sukma
Injaram is a village situated in the Konta tehsil of Sukma district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 9 km from Konta and around 138 km from Dantewada. Injaram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Injaram is 450401. The village covers a total geographical area of 485.57 hectares and falls under the 494114 pincode. Dornapal is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Injaram 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 Injaram
According to the 2011 Census, Injaram village had a total population of 1,883 people, including 990 males and 893 females, living in 497 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.58%, with male literacy at 52.71% and female literacy at 16.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,598.
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 | 1,883 | 990 | 893 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 104 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,598 | 713 | 885 |
| Literate Population | 603 | 467 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,280 | 523 | 757 |
Nearby Villages of Injaram
Injaram 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 Injaram
Injaram 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 | 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 Dornapal to Injaram is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Injaram is about 138 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Injaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Injaram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Injaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Injaram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Injaram
Where is Injaram located?
Injaram village is located in Konta Tehsil, Sukma district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Injaram?
Injaram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Injaram?
The pincode of Injaram is 494114.
What is the population of Injaram?
Injaram had a total population of 1,883, including 990 males and 893 females.
How many households are there in Injaram?
Injaram had 497 households.
What is the literacy rate in Injaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Injaram was 35.58%. Male literacy was 52.71% and female literacy was 16.81%.