Kondo - Durgkondal, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Kondo is a village situated in the Durgkondal tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Durgkondal and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Konde serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kondo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kondo is 447730. The village covers a total geographical area of 358.85 hectares and falls under the 494669 pincode. Bhanupratappur is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Kondo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kondo
As per Census 2011, Kondo village has a total population of 438 people, consisting of 216 males and 222 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 215 literate and 223 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 260 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kondo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 438 | 216 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 34 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 260 | 133 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 215 | 127 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 223 | 89 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Kondo
Kondo 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dargarh | North-West | 1.97 km |
| Saraghughamre | South-East | 2.34 km |
| Gumdidih | North-East | 2.65 km |
| Hulghat | East | 2.69 km |
| Chhindpal | South-West | 3.04 km |
| Metaghamre | South-East | 3.51 km |
| Anhur | North-West | 4.18 km |
| Andhabeda | North | 4.28 km |
| Pudomichgaon | North-East | 4.35 km |
| Murawandi | South | 4.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kondo
Kondo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 117.0 km.
| 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 Bhanupratappur to Kondo is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Kondo is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kondo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kondo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kondo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kondo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kondo
Where is Kondo located?
Kondo village is located in Durgkondal Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kondo?
The Gram Panchayat of Kondo is Konde.
What is the pincode of Kondo?
The pincode of Kondo is 494669.
What is the population of Kondo?
Kondo has a total population of 438, including 216 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Kondo?
There are 103 households in Kondo.
What is the literacy rate in Kondo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kondo is 49.09%. Male literacy is 58.80% and female literacy is 39.64%.