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.
Here you can discover what makes Karkonda unique in its vibrant Pakhanjur-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Karkonda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Karkonda has a total population of about 239, with approximately 117 males and 122 females. The sex ratio is around 1042 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 36 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 224. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.12%, with male literacy at about 53.85% and female literacy near 42.62%. There are around 39 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karkonda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.