Konala - Bilaspur Sadar, Bilaspur
Konala is a village situated in the Bilaspur Sadar tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Raghunath Pura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Konala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konala is 019786. The village covers a total geographical area of 17.85 hectares and falls under the 174005 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Konala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Konala
According to the 2011 Census, Konala village had a total population of 98 people, including 58 males and 40 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 690 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.57%, with male literacy at 90.57% and female literacy at 65.00%.
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 | 98 | 58 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 48 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 10 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Konala
Konala 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 Konala
Konala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Bilaspur to Konala is about 4 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Konala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konala 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Konala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Konala
Where is Konala located?
Konala village is located in Bilaspur Sadar Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Konala?
The Gram Panchayat of Konala is Raghunath Pura.
What is the pincode of Konala?
The pincode of Konala is 174005.
What is the population of Konala?
Konala had a total population of 98, including 58 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Konala?
Konala had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Konala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konala was 79.57%. Male literacy was 90.57% and female literacy was 65.00%.