Konga - Jeypore, Koraput
Konga is a village situated in the Jeypore tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jeypore and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Konga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konga is 429007. The village covers a total geographical area of 2216 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Konga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jeypore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Konga
As per Census 2011, Konga village has a total population of 6,591 people, consisting of 3,275 males and 3,316 females. The village has 1,609 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,286 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,108 literate and 4,483 illiterate residents. Additionally, 903 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4,373 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Konga are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Konga
Konga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jareikera | East | 2.47 km |
| Khodopa | South | 3.36 km |
| Katariput | South-West | 3.44 km |
| Jamunda | East | 3.48 km |
| Bandiguda | North-East | 3.50 km |
| Nandigam | North | 3.91 km |
| Bijrapalli | North | 4.23 km |
| Girliguda | South-West | 4.29 km |
| Bhusangaguda | West | 4.39 km |
| Bedapaunsi | South-West | 4.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Konga
Public transport in the Konga is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khadapa, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 11.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Jeypur to Konga is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Konga is about 57 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 Konga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konga 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 Konga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Konga
Where is Konga located?
Konga village is located in Jeypore Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Konga?
Konga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Konga?
The pincode of Konga is 764002.
What is the population of Konga?
Konga has a total population of 6,591, including 3,275 males and 3,316 females.
How many households are there in Konga?
There are 1,609 households in Konga.
What is the literacy rate in Konga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konga is 31.98%. Male literacy is 43.24% and female literacy is 20.87%.