Viyas Kongera - Kanker, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Viyas Kongera is a village situated in the Kanker tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 9 km from Kanker, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Byaskongera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Viyas Kongera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Viyas Kongera is 447867. The village covers a total geographical area of 1054.65 hectares and falls under the 494334 pincode. Kanker is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Viyas Kongera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kanker Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Viyas Kongera
As per Census 2011, Viyas Kongera village has a total population of 1,517 people, consisting of 713 males and 804 females. The village has 330 households and a sex ratio of 1,127 females per 1,000 males. There are 206 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 777 literate and 740 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,347 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Viyas Kongera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,517 | 713 | 804 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 86 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,347 | 633 | 714 |
| Literate Population | 777 | 442 | 335 |
| Illiterate Population | 740 | 271 | 469 |
Nearby Villages of Viyas Kongera
Viyas Kongera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Devkongera | West | 2.18 km |
| Borgaon | South | 3.00 km |
| Mohpur | North | 3.46 km |
| Patharri | West | 3.52 km |
| Gobardhan | South | 3.74 km |
| Aturgaon | West | 4.20 km |
| Harwel | South-East | 4.70 km |
| Puswada | North-East | 5.27 km |
| Komalpur | South-West | 5.33 km |
| Dhonderapal | South | 5.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Viyas Kongera
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Viyas Kongera. The nearest railway station is Dhamtari, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kanker to Viyas Kongera is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Viyas Kongera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Viyas Kongera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Viyas Kongera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Viyas Kongera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Viyas Kongera
Where is Viyas Kongera located?
Viyas Kongera village is located in Kanker Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Viyas Kongera?
The Gram Panchayat of Viyas Kongera is Byaskongera.
What is the pincode of Viyas Kongera?
The pincode of Viyas Kongera is 494334.
What is the population of Viyas Kongera?
Viyas Kongera has a total population of 1,517, including 713 males and 804 females.
How many households are there in Viyas Kongera?
There are 330 households in Viyas Kongera.
What is the literacy rate in Viyas Kongera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Viyas Kongera is 51.22%. Male literacy is 61.99% and female literacy is 41.67%.