Kondh - Dhrangadhra, Surendranagar
Kondh is a village situated in the Dhrangadhra taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhrangadhra and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Kalyanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kondh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kondh is 512055. The village covers a total geographical area of 9747.49 hectares and falls under the 363310 pincode. Dhrangadhra is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kondh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhrangadhra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kondh
According to the 2011 Census, Kondh village had a total population of 9,867 people, including 5,027 males and 4,840 females, living in 1,737 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.97%, with male literacy at 72.54% and female literacy at 57.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 975, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 106.
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 | 9,867 | 5,027 | 4,840 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,513 | 806 | 707 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 975 | 483 | 492 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 106 | 62 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 5,428 | 3,062 | 2,366 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,439 | 1,965 | 2,474 |
Nearby Villages of Kondh
Kondh 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 Kondh
Public transport in the Kondh is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhrangadhra to Kondh is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Kondh is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kondh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kondh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kondh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kondh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kondh
Where is Kondh located?
Kondh village is located in Dhrangadhra Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kondh?
The Gram Panchayat of Kondh is Kalyanpur.
What is the pincode of Kondh?
The pincode of Kondh is 363310.
What is the population of Kondh?
Kondh had a total population of 9,867, including 5,027 males and 4,840 females.
How many households are there in Kondh?
Kondh had 1,737 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kondh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kondh was 64.97%. Male literacy was 72.54% and female literacy was 57.25%.