Konmerla - Jaldega, Simdega
Konmerla is a village situated in the Jaldega subdivision of Simdega district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaldega and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Simdega. Konmerla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konmerla is 376726. The village covers a total geographical area of 1059.45 hectares and falls under the 835201 pincode.
Konmerla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Konmerla
As per Census 2011, Konmerla village has a total population of 2,222 people, consisting of 1,120 males and 1,102 females. The village has 439 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 407 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,164 literate and 1,058 illiterate residents. Additionally, 164 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,380 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Konmerla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,222 | 1,120 | 1,102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 407 | 215 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 87 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,380 | 693 | 687 |
| Literate Population | 1,164 | 677 | 487 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,058 | 443 | 615 |
Nearby Villages of Konmerla
Konmerla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gangutoli | South | 2.36 km |
| Baldega | South-East | 2.54 km |
| Dumarbera | South | 2.63 km |
| Silanga | West | 3.20 km |
| Sardha Toli | North-East | 3.30 km |
| Tengratuku | South | 3.65 km |
| Dhorhibahar | South | 4.07 km |
| Kolomdega | East | 4.35 km |
| Barkitangar | South-East | 4.44 km |
| Dom Toli | North | 4.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Konmerla
Konmerla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barbera, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.9 km.
| 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 Simdega to Konmerla is about 35 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 Konmerla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konmerla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Konmerla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konmerla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Konmerla
Where is Konmerla located?
Konmerla village is located in Jaldega Subdivision, Simdega district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Konmerla?
Konmerla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Konmerla?
The pincode of Konmerla is 835201.
What is the population of Konmerla?
Konmerla has a total population of 2,222, including 1,120 males and 1,102 females.
How many households are there in Konmerla?
There are 439 households in Konmerla.
What is the literacy rate in Konmerla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konmerla is 52.39%. Male literacy is 60.45% and female literacy is 44.19%.