Konga
Konga is a village located in Jeypore tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Jeypore (tehsildar office) and 57km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Konga village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Konga unique in its vibrant Jeypore-Koraput region. You’ll see Konga’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 Konga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Konga is 429007. The village spans a total geographical area of 2216 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764055. Jeypur is nearest town to Konga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Konga
Population of Konga
According to the 2011 Census, Konga has a total population of about 6,591, with approximately 3,275 males and 3,316 females. The sex ratio is around 1012 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,286 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 903 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4,373. The overall literacy rate is approximately 31.98%, with male literacy at about 43.24% and female literacy near 20.87%. There are around 1,609 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Konga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,591 | 3,275 | 3,316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,286 | 661 | 625 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 903 | 447 | 456 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,373 | 2,193 | 2,180 |
| Literate Population | 2,108 | 1,416 | 692 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,483 | 1,859 | 2,624 |
Connectivity of Konga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Konga. As per the 2011 stats, Konga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Konga
Knowing the nearby villages of Konga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Konga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Konga
- Where is Konga located?
- Konga village is situated in Jeypore Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Konga?
- Konga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Konga?
- The pincode of Konga is 764055, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Konga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Konga is 6,591, with 3,275 males and 3,316 females.
- How many households are there in Konga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Konga village has a total of 1,609 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Konga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Konga is 31.98%. The male literacy rate is 43.24%, while the female literacy rate is 20.87%.