Konad
Konad is a village located in Chikhli tehsil of Buldana district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Chikhli (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Buldana. As per 2009 stats, Konad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Konad unique in its vibrant Chikhli-Buldana region. You’ll see Konad’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 Konad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Konad is 529214. The village spans a total geographical area of 743.33 hectares. Chikhli is nearest town to Konad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Konad 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 Sindkhed Raja Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Buldhana Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Konad
Population of Konad
According to the 2011 Census, Konad has a total population of about 938, with approximately 475 males and 463 females. The sex ratio is around 974 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 79 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 383 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 8. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.71%, with male literacy at about 82.95% and female literacy near 62.20%. There are around 214 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Konad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 938 | 475 | 463 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 38 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 383 | 204 | 179 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 682 | 394 | 288 |
| Illiterate Population | 256 | 81 | 175 |
Connectivity of Konad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Konad. As per the 2011 stats, Konad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Konad
Knowing the nearby villages of Konad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Konad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Konad
- Where is Konad located?
- Konad village is situated in Chikhli Tehsil, within the Buldana district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Konad?
- Konad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Konad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Konad is 938, with 475 males and 463 females.
- How many households are there in Konad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Konad village has a total of 214 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Konad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Konad is 72.71%. The male literacy rate is 82.95%, while the female literacy rate is 62.20%.