Vanjalvahi - Konta, Sukma
Vanjalvahi is a village situated in the Konta tehsil of Sukma district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 75 km from Konta and around 206 km from Dantewada. Singaram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vanjalvahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vanjalvahi is 450494. The village covers a total geographical area of 164.49 hectares and falls under the 494114 pincode. Bhadrachalam (a.p.) is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Vanjalvahi 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 Vanjalvahi
According to the 2011 Census, Vanjalvahi village had a total population of 161 people, including 80 males and 81 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.33%, with male literacy at 28.99% and female literacy at 37.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 161.
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 | 161 | 80 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 11 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 161 | 80 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 49 | 20 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 60 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Vanjalvahi
Vanjalvahi 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 Vanjalvahi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Vanjalvahi.
| 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 Vanjalvahi is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Vanjalvahi is about 206 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vanjalvahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vanjalvahi 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 Vanjalvahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vanjalvahi 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 Vanjalvahi
Where is Vanjalvahi located?
Vanjalvahi village is located in Konta Tehsil, Sukma district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Vanjalvahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Vanjalvahi is Singaram.
What is the pincode of Vanjalvahi?
The pincode of Vanjalvahi is 494114.
What is the population of Vanjalvahi?
Vanjalvahi had a total population of 161, including 80 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Vanjalvahi?
Vanjalvahi had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vanjalvahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vanjalvahi was 33.33%. Male literacy was 28.99% and female literacy was 37.18%.