Konra - Chohtan, Barmer
Konra is a village situated in the Chohtan tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chohtan and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Barmer. Konra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konra is 088809. The village covers a total geographical area of 1752.82 hectares and falls under the 344702 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Konra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chohtan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Konra
According to the 2011 Census, Konra village had a total population of 3,767 people, including 1,946 males and 1,821 females, living in 595 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.26%, with male literacy at 50.13% and female literacy at 16.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 467, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 165.
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 | 3,767 | 1,946 | 1,821 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 921 | 462 | 459 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 467 | 240 | 227 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 165 | 90 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 975 | 744 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,792 | 1,202 | 1,590 |
Nearby Villages of Konra
Konra 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 Konra
Public transport in the Konra is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Barmer to Konra is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Konra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Konra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Konra
Where is Konra located?
Konra village is located in Chohtan Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Konra?
Konra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Konra?
The pincode of Konra is 344702.
What is the population of Konra?
Konra had a total population of 3,767, including 1,946 males and 1,821 females.
How many households are there in Konra?
Konra had 595 households.
What is the literacy rate in Konra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konra was 34.26%. Male literacy was 50.13% and female literacy was 16.96%.