Konya Kalan - Chachaura, Guna
Konya Kalan is a village situated in the Chachaura tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chachaura and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Konyakalayan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Konya Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konya Kalan is 499948. The village covers a total geographical area of 852 hectares and falls under the 473115 pincode. Chachaura-binaganj is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Konya Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chachoura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Konya Kalan
As per Census 2011, Konya Kalan village has a total population of 1,333 people, consisting of 712 males and 621 females. The village has 246 households and a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males. There are 212 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 596 literate and 737 illiterate residents. Additionally, 117 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Konya Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,333 | 712 | 621 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 212 | 110 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 61 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 596 | 418 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 737 | 294 | 443 |
Nearby Villages of Konya Kalan
Konya Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jujhrapura | West | 1.85 km |
| Lakhori | North | 2.08 km |
| Kodyapura | East | 2.37 km |
| Lachhoni | North-West | 3.12 km |
| Dabarya | North-East | 3.34 km |
| Narayanpura | West | 3.42 km |
| Bhanpura Mina | North | 3.92 km |
| Barkhua | East | 4.41 km |
| Ramteri | North-East | 4.49 km |
| Pipalya Najdik Kotra | West | 4.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Konya Kalan
Konya Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Penchi, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.9 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chachaura-binaganj to Konya Kalan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Konya Kalan 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 Konya Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konya Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Konya Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konya Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Konya Kalan
Where is Konya Kalan located?
Konya Kalan village is located in Chachaura Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Konya Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Konya Kalan is Konyakalayan.
What is the pincode of Konya Kalan?
The pincode of Konya Kalan is 473115.
What is the population of Konya Kalan?
Konya Kalan has a total population of 1,333, including 712 males and 621 females.
How many households are there in Konya Kalan?
There are 246 households in Konya Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Konya Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konya Kalan is 44.71%. Male literacy is 58.71% and female literacy is 28.66%.