Konapal - Shamakhunta, Mayurbhanj
Konapal is a village situated in the Shamakhunta tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from Baripada Town and around 3 km from Baripada. Sindurgoura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Konapal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konapal is 389220. The village covers a total geographical area of 22 hectares and falls under the 757002 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Konapal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bangriposi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Konapal
According to the 2011 Census, Konapal village had a total population of 69 people, including 38 males and 31 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 816 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.31%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 89.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 69 | 38 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 35 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 8 | 3 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Konapal
Konapal 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 Konapal
Konapal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Konapal is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Konapal is about 3 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Konapal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konapal 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Konapal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konapal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Konapal
Where is Konapal located?
Konapal village is located in Shamakhunta Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Konapal?
The Gram Panchayat of Konapal is Sindurgoura.
What is the pincode of Konapal?
The pincode of Konapal is 757002.
What is the population of Konapal?
Konapal had a total population of 69, including 38 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Konapal?
Konapal had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Konapal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konapal was 95.31%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 89.66%.