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
As per Census 2011, Injaram village has a total population of 1,883 people, consisting of 990 males and 893 females. The village has 497 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 188 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 603 literate and 1,280 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,598 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Injaram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,883 | 990 | 893 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 104 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 3 | - |
| 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 has a total population of 1,883, including 990 males and 893 females.
How many households are there in Injaram?
There are 497 households in Injaram.
What is the literacy rate in Injaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Injaram is 32.02%. Male literacy is 47.17% and female literacy is 15.23%.