Kongewani
Kongewani is a village located in Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 38km away from sub-district headquarter Baihar (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Lud is the gram panchayat of Kongewani village.
Here you can discover what makes Kongewani unique in its vibrant Baihar-Balaghat region. You’ll see Kongewani’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kongewani
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kongewani is 498021. The village spans a total geographical area of 285.06 hectares. Malajkhand is nearest town to Kongewani village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kongewani village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Baihar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kongewani
Population of Kongewani
According to the 2011 Census, Kongewani has a total population of about 524, with approximately 265 males and 259 females. The sex ratio is around 977 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 67 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 31 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 452. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.90%, with male literacy at about 52.08% and female literacy near 43.63%. There are around 132 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kongewani's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 524 | 265 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 33 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 452 | 222 | 230 |
| Literate Population | 251 | 138 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 127 | 146 |
Connectivity of Kongewani
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kongewani. As per the 2011 stats, Kongewani had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kongewani
Knowing the nearby villages of Kongewani helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kongewani.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kongewani
- Where is Kongewani located?
- Kongewani village is situated in Baihar Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kongewani?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kongewani is Lud (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kongewani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kongewani is 524, with 265 males and 259 females.
- How many households are there in Kongewani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kongewani village has a total of 132 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kongewani as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kongewani is 47.90%. The male literacy rate is 52.08%, while the female literacy rate is 43.63%.