Konena - Goilkera, West Singhbhum
Konena is a village situated in the Goilkera subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 78 km from Chaibasa. Kaida serves as the Gram Panchayat for Konena village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konena is 377648. The village covers a total geographical area of 377.52 hectares and falls under the 833103 pincode. Chakardharpur is the nearest town.
Konena village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Konena
According to the 2011 Census, Konena village had a total population of 504 people, including 247 males and 257 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 1,040 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.95%, with male literacy at 81.55% and female literacy at 56.16%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 457.
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 | 504 | 247 | 257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 41 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 457 | 224 | 233 |
| Literate Population | 282 | 168 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 222 | 79 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Konena
Konena 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raibera | South-East | 2.81 km |
| Dugnia | South-East | 3.32 km |
| Kairam | North | 3.49 km |
| Deruan | East | 3.65 km |
| Amjharna | North-East | 4.43 km |
| Patnia | West | 4.43 km |
| Ganmor | South-West | 4.65 km |
| Jojgutu | South-West | 4.73 km |
| Golruan | North-West | 4.86 km |
| Mendisoya | North | 5.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Konena
Konena is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Derowan P. Halt, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Konena is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Konena
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konena 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 Konena
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konena village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Konena
Where is Konena located?
Konena village is located in Goilkera Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Konena?
The Gram Panchayat of Konena is Kaida.
What is the pincode of Konena?
The pincode of Konena is 833103.
What is the population of Konena?
Konena had a total population of 504, including 247 males and 257 females.
How many households are there in Konena?
Konena had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Konena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konena was 68.95%. Male literacy was 81.55% and female literacy was 56.16%.