Besra Kona - Mahuadanr, Latehar
Besra Kona is a village situated in the Mahuadanr subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuadanr and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Sohar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Besra Kona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Besra Kona is 367115. The village covers a total geographical area of 221 hectares and falls under the 822119 pincode.
Besra Kona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Besra Kona
According to the 2011 Census, Besra Kona village had a total population of 33 people, including 18 males and 15 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 833 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.71%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 71.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 4 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Besra Kona
Besra Kona is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chormanrwa | East | 1.75 km |
| North-West | 1.86 km | |
| Arahans | North | 2.63 km |
| Sohar | South-West | 3.64 km |
| Belwar | North-West | 4.34 km |
| Husmu | North | 4.64 km |
| Amtipani | East | 4.82 km |
| Katabil | South | 4.97 km |
| Nawatoli | North-East | 5.13 km |
| Hurmundatoli | North-East | 5.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Besra Kona
Besra Kona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kumendi, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Latehar to Besra Kona is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Besra Kona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Besra Kona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Besra Kona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Besra Kona 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 Besra Kona
Where is Besra Kona located?
Besra Kona village is located in Mahuadanr Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Besra Kona?
The Gram Panchayat of Besra Kona is Sohar.
What is the pincode of Besra Kona?
The pincode of Besra Kona is 822119.
What is the population of Besra Kona?
Besra Kona had a total population of 33, including 18 males and 15 females.
How many households are there in Besra Kona?
Besra Kona had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Besra Kona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Besra Kona was 85.71%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 71.43%.