Konza - Jamnagar Rural, Jamnagar
Konza is a village situated in the Jamnagar Rural taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Jamnagar and around 20 km from Jamnagar. Konza village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konza is 513665. The village covers a total geographical area of 660.28 hectares and falls under the 361012 pincode. Jamnagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Konza village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamnagr Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Konza
According to the 2011 Census, Konza village had a total population of 565 people, including 298 males and 267 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.93%, with male literacy at 80.95% and female literacy at 60.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 58.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 565 | 298 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 46 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 35 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 349 | 204 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 94 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Konza
Konza is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Konza
Konza is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jamnagar to Konza is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Konza
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konza village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Konza
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konza village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Konza
Where is Konza located?
Konza village is located in Jamnagar Rural Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Konza?
Konza is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Konza?
The pincode of Konza is 361012.
What is the population of Konza?
Konza had a total population of 565, including 298 males and 267 females.
How many households are there in Konza?
Konza had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Konza?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konza was 70.93%. Male literacy was 80.95% and female literacy was 60.42%.