Konganagar - Chalisgaon, Jalgaon
Konganagar is a village situated in the Chalisgaon tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chalisgaon and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Waghale serves as the Gram Panchayat for Konganagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konganagar is 527776. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.27 hectares and falls under the 424102 pincode. Chalisgaon is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Konganagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Konganagar
According to the 2011 Census, Konganagar village had a total population of 1,844 people, including 1,038 males and 806 females, living in 327 households. The sex ratio was 776 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.86%, with male literacy at 62.25% and female literacy at 36.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 18.
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 | 1,844 | 1,038 | 806 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 326 | 185 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 772 | 531 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,072 | 507 | 565 |
Nearby Villages of Konganagar
Konganagar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Konganagar
Public transport in the Konganagar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Chalisgaon to Konganagar is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Konganagar is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Konganagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konganagar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Konganagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konganagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Konganagar
Where is Konganagar located?
Konganagar village is located in Chalisgaon Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Konganagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Konganagar is Waghale.
What is the pincode of Konganagar?
The pincode of Konganagar is 424102.
What is the population of Konganagar?
Konganagar had a total population of 1,844, including 1,038 males and 806 females.
How many households are there in Konganagar?
Konganagar had 327 households.
What is the literacy rate in Konganagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konganagar was 50.86%. Male literacy was 62.25% and female literacy was 36.24%.