Konad - Chikhli, Buldhana
Konad is a village situated in the Chikhli tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from Chikhli and around 46 km from Buldana. Konad village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konad is 529214. The village covers a total geographical area of 743.33 hectares and falls under the 443201 pincode. Chikhli is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Konad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sindkhed Raja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buldhana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Konad
According to the 2011 Census, Konad village had a total population of 938 people, including 475 males and 463 females, living in 214 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.39%, with male literacy at 90.16% and female literacy at 68.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 383, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Konad
Konad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deulgaon Dhangar | East | 3.17 km |
| Konad | West | 3.41 km |
| Sanjol | North | 3.57 km |
| Amona | South-West | 3.96 km |
| Yewata | North-East | 4.33 km |
| Kolegaon | North-West | 5.25 km |
| Shelgaon Atol | South | 6.17 km |
| Bharosa | East | 6.28 km |
| Malagi | North-East | 6.46 km |
| Warud Bk. | West | 6.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Konad
Konad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jalna, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chikhli to Konad is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Konad is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Konad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konad 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Konad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Konad
Where is Konad located?
Konad village is located in Chikhli Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Konad?
Konad is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Konad?
The pincode of Konad is 443201.
What is the population of Konad?
Konad had a total population of 938, including 475 males and 463 females.
How many households are there in Konad?
Konad had 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Konad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konad was 79.39%. Male literacy was 90.16% and female literacy was 68.25%.