Konkarada - Sanakhemundi, Ganjam
Konkarada is a village situated in the Sanakhemundi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from Patapur and around 55 km from Chatrapur. Kanakarada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Konkarada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konkarada is 412379. The village covers a total geographical area of 427 hectares and falls under the 761013 pincode. Hinjilicut is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Konkarada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanakhemundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Konkarada
According to the 2011 Census, Konkarada village had a total population of 5,441 people, including 2,849 males and 2,592 females, living in 1,097 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.03%, with male literacy at 82.65% and female literacy at 62.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 764, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 19.
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 | 5,441 | 2,849 | 2,592 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 620 | 325 | 295 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 764 | 375 | 389 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 3,521 | 2,086 | 1,435 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,920 | 763 | 1,157 |
Nearby Villages of Konkarada
Konkarada 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 Konkarada
Konkarada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hinjilicut to Konkarada is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Konkarada is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Konkarada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konkarada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Konkarada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konkarada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Konkarada
Where is Konkarada located?
Konkarada village is located in Sanakhemundi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Konkarada?
The Gram Panchayat of Konkarada is Kanakarada.
What is the pincode of Konkarada?
The pincode of Konkarada is 761013.
What is the population of Konkarada?
Konkarada had a total population of 5,441, including 2,849 males and 2,592 females.
How many households are there in Konkarada?
Konkarada had 1,097 households.
What is the literacy rate in Konkarada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konkarada was 73.03%. Male literacy was 82.65% and female literacy was 62.47%.