Kongora - Jharigan, Nabarangpur
Kongora is a village situated in the Jharigan tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from Jharigan and around 114 km from Nabarangapur . Chakalapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kongora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kongora is 427530. The village covers a total geographical area of 901 hectares and falls under the 764076 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Kongora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharigam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kongora
As per Census 2011, Kongora village has a total population of 1,029 people, consisting of 525 males and 504 females. The village has 238 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 161 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 167 literate and 862 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 707 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kongora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,029 | 525 | 504 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 83 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 707 | 354 | 353 |
| Literate Population | 167 | 117 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 862 | 408 | 454 |
Nearby Villages of Kongora
Kongora 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 Kongora
Kongora 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 >10 km |
| 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 Umarkote to Kongora is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Kongora is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kongora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kongora 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kongora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kongora 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 Kongora
Where is Kongora located?
Kongora village is located in Jharigan Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kongora?
The Gram Panchayat of Kongora is Chakalapadar.
What is the pincode of Kongora?
The pincode of Kongora is 764076.
What is the population of Kongora?
Kongora has a total population of 1,029, including 525 males and 504 females.
How many households are there in Kongora?
There are 238 households in Kongora.
What is the literacy rate in Kongora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kongora is 16.23%. Male literacy is 22.29% and female literacy is 9.92%.