Konain - Ramnagar, Udhampur
Konain is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Dhanwalt serves as the Gram Panchayat for Konain village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konain is 005101. The village covers a total geographical area of 341.6 hectares and falls under the 182122 pincode. Udhampur is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Konain village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Konain
As per Census 2011, Konain village has a total population of 735 people, consisting of 401 males and 334 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 832 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 446 literate and 289 illiterate residents. Additionally, 95 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Konain are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 735 | 401 | 334 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 71 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 51 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 446 | 262 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 289 | 139 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Konain
Konain 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 Konain
Public transport in the Konain is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Udhampur to Konain is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Konain
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konain village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Konain
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konain village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Konain
Where is Konain located?
Konain village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Konain?
The Gram Panchayat of Konain is Dhanwalt.
What is the pincode of Konain?
The pincode of Konain is 182122.
What is the population of Konain?
Konain has a total population of 735, including 401 males and 334 females.
How many households are there in Konain?
There are 101 households in Konain.
What is the literacy rate in Konain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konain is 60.68%. Male literacy is 65.34% and female literacy is 55.09%.