Karkonda
Karkonda is a village located in Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Pakhanjur (tehsildar office) and 150km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Shankernagar is the gram panchayat of Karkonda village.
Karkonda has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Bastar Kanker region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Karkonda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karkonda is 448354. The village spans a total geographical area of 620.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494777. Pakhanjur is nearest town to Karkonda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Karkonda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Karkonda
Population of Karkonda
Below is a concise population overview of Karkonda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 239 | 117 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 224 | 109 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 63 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 54 | 70 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karkonda village:
- The total population of Karkonda village is around 239, including approximately 117 males and 122 females, with a sex ratio of 1042 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 36 children aged 0–6 years in Karkonda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karkonda village has 224 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karkonda village is about 48.12%, with male literacy at 53.85% and female literacy at 42.62%.
- There are around 39 households in Karkonda village.
Connectivity of Karkonda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karkonda. As per the 2011 stats, Karkonda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karkonda
Knowing the nearby villages of Karkonda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karkonda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karkonda
- Where is Karkonda located?
- Karkonda village is situated in Pakhanjur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karkonda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Karkonda is Shankernagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Karkonda?
- The pincode of Karkonda is 494777, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karkonda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karkonda is 239, with 117 males and 122 females.
- How many households are there in Karkonda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karkonda village has a total of 39 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karkonda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karkonda is 48.12%. The male literacy rate is 53.85%, while the female literacy rate is 42.62%.