Konaroa - Bano, Simdega
Konaroa is a village situated in the Bano subdivision of Simdega district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bano and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Simdega. Banki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Konaroa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konaroa is 376803. The village covers a total geographical area of 1686 hectares and falls under the 835201 pincode.
Konaroa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Konaroa
As per Census 2011, Konaroa village has a total population of 2,979 people, consisting of 1,482 males and 1,497 females. The village has 588 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 521 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,615 literate and 1,364 illiterate residents. Additionally, 206 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,467 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Konaroa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,979 | 1,482 | 1,497 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 521 | 267 | 254 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 206 | 102 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,467 | 1,224 | 1,243 |
| Literate Population | 1,615 | 918 | 697 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,364 | 564 | 800 |
Nearby Villages of Konaroa
Konaroa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bamulda | North-East | 2.77 km |
| Barbera | South | 3.15 km |
| Barumda | East | 3.26 km |
| Karimati | North-West | 3.94 km |
| Phirka | South-East | 4.06 km |
| Turupdega | South-West | 4.17 km |
| Jarakel | North | 4.46 km |
| Pabura | North-East | 4.61 km |
| Titling | South | 4.93 km |
| Nimtur | North-East | 5.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Konaroa
Konaroa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Barbera, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Simdega to Konaroa is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Konaroa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konaroa 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 Konaroa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konaroa 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Konaroa
Where is Konaroa located?
Konaroa village is located in Bano Subdivision, Simdega district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Konaroa?
The Gram Panchayat of Konaroa is Banki.
What is the pincode of Konaroa?
The pincode of Konaroa is 835201.
What is the population of Konaroa?
Konaroa has a total population of 2,979, including 1,482 males and 1,497 females.
How many households are there in Konaroa?
There are 588 households in Konaroa.
What is the literacy rate in Konaroa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konaroa is 54.21%. Male literacy is 61.94% and female literacy is 46.56%.