Konsagara - Molakalmuru, Chitradurga
Konsagara is a village situated in the Molakalmuru taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Molakalmuru and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Konasagara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Konsagara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konsagara is 605227. The village covers a total geographical area of 3680.41 hectares and falls under the 577529 pincode. Molakalmuru is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Konsagara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Molakalmuru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chitradurga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Konsagara
As per Census 2011, Konsagara village has a total population of 6,804 people, consisting of 3,426 males and 3,378 females. The village has 1,359 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 840 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,198 literate and 2,606 illiterate residents. Additionally, 953 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,489 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Konsagara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,804 | 3,426 | 3,378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 840 | 436 | 404 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 953 | 487 | 466 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,489 | 1,269 | 1,220 |
| Literate Population | 4,198 | 2,452 | 1,746 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,606 | 974 | 1,632 |
Nearby Villages of Konsagara
Konsagara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Netrenahalli | West | 2.84 km |
| Galagala | South-East | 3.88 km |
| Nerlahalli | North-West | 4.75 km |
| Kondlahalli | South-West | 5.24 km |
| Marlahalli | North | 5.60 km |
| Gowrasamudra Kaval | South | 5.96 km |
| Marammanahalli | West | 5.97 km |
| Hanumanthanahalli | South | 5.98 km |
| Gollapalle | East | 6.44 km |
| Gundluru | North-West | 6.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Konsagara
Konsagara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nethranahalli H, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Molakalmuru to Konsagara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Konsagara is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Konsagara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konsagara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Konsagara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konsagara 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Konsagara
Where is Konsagara located?
Konsagara village is located in Molakalmuru Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Konsagara?
The Gram Panchayat of Konsagara is Konasagara.
What is the pincode of Konsagara?
The pincode of Konsagara is 577529.
What is the population of Konsagara?
Konsagara has a total population of 6,804, including 3,426 males and 3,378 females.
How many households are there in Konsagara?
There are 1,359 households in Konsagara.
What is the literacy rate in Konsagara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konsagara is 61.70%. Male literacy is 71.57% and female literacy is 51.69%.