Vainar - Durgkondal, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Vainar is a village situated in the Durgkondal tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Durgkondal and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Perrekodo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vainar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vainar is 447640. The village covers a total geographical area of 327.34 hectares and falls under the 494670 pincode. Bhanupratappur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Vainar 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 Vainar
As per Census 2011, Vainar village has a total population of 385 people, consisting of 186 males and 199 females. The village has 71 households and a sex ratio of 1,069 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 209 literate and 176 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 362 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vainar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 385 | 186 | 199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 24 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 362 | 175 | 187 |
| Literate Population | 209 | 110 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 76 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Vainar
Vainar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhitkatola | West | 1.31 km |
| Hirange | North | 1.51 km |
| Parrekodo | East | 2.07 km |
| Paiwani | North | 3.00 km |
| Hinganjhar | North-West | 3.07 km |
| Bhirawahi | South | 3.16 km |
| Hatkondal | South-West | 3.17 km |
| Tamoda | North-West | 3.43 km |
| Markatola | North-East | 4.63 km |
| Kalagaon | South-West | 4.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vainar
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Vainar. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.5 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 Vainar is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Vainar is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vainar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vainar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Vainar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vainar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vainar
Where is Vainar located?
Vainar village is located in Durgkondal Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vainar?
The Gram Panchayat of Vainar is Perrekodo.
What is the pincode of Vainar?
The pincode of Vainar is 494670.
What is the population of Vainar?
Vainar has a total population of 385, including 186 males and 199 females.
How many households are there in Vainar?
There are 71 households in Vainar.
What is the literacy rate in Vainar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vainar is 54.29%. Male literacy is 59.14% and female literacy is 49.75%.