Konechur - Antagarh, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Konechur is a village situated in the Antagarh tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Antagarh and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Temrupani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Konechur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konechur is 448002. The village covers a total geographical area of 446.54 hectares and falls under the 494665 pincode. Antagarh is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Konechur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Konechur
As per Census 2011, Konechur village has a total population of 341 people, consisting of 149 males and 192 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 1,288 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 178 literate and 163 illiterate residents. Additionally, 76 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 242 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Konechur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 341 | 149 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 20 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 32 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 242 | 106 | 136 |
| Literate Population | 178 | 83 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 66 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Konechur
Konechur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanagaon | North-East | 1.87 km |
| Temrupani | South-East | 2.69 km |
| Mandagaon | North-West | 2.69 km |
| Bhainsasur | South-West | 3.40 km |
| Parali | North | 3.87 km |
| Bulawand | East | 4.30 km |
| Ghumar | South | 4.49 km |
| Khodpani | South-East | 4.73 km |
| Pungaon | North-East | 5.07 km |
| Karregaon | North-West | 5.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Konechur
Konechur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Antagarh to Konechur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Konechur is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Konechur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konechur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Konechur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konechur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Konechur
Where is Konechur located?
Konechur village is located in Antagarh Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Konechur?
The Gram Panchayat of Konechur is Temrupani.
What is the pincode of Konechur?
The pincode of Konechur is 494665.
What is the population of Konechur?
Konechur has a total population of 341, including 149 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Konechur?
There are 70 households in Konechur.
What is the literacy rate in Konechur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konechur is 52.20%. Male literacy is 55.70% and female literacy is 49.48%.