Konari - Balesar, Jodhpur
Konari is a village situated in the Balesar tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 64 km from Shergarh and around 58 km from Jodhpur. Konari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konari is 085514. The village covers a total geographical area of 755 hectares and falls under the 342001 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Konari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shergarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Konari
According to the 2011 Census, Konari village had a total population of 876 people, including 450 males and 426 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.55%, with male literacy at 80.38% and female literacy at 42.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 62.
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 | 876 | 450 | 426 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 83 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 36 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 436 | 295 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 440 | 155 | 285 |
Nearby Villages of Konari
Konari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pannisar | South-West | 1.97 km |
| Lunaopura | North | 2.63 km |
| Nawalsar | North-West | 3.37 km |
| Tolesar Purohitan | South | 4.01 km |
| Tolesar Charnan | South-East | 4.47 km |
| Udaisar | South-West | 5.62 km |
| Gajnawas | North-East | 5.64 km |
| Ajeet Nagar | East | 5.71 km |
| Bawarli | East | 5.80 km |
| Hanumanpura | North | 6.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Konari
Public transport in the Konari is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tivari, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.3 km.
| 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 Jodhpur to Konari is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Konari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Konari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konari 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 Konari
Where is Konari located?
Konari village is located in Balesar Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Konari?
Konari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Konari?
The pincode of Konari is 342001.
What is the population of Konari?
Konari had a total population of 876, including 450 males and 426 females.
How many households are there in Konari?
Konari had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Konari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konari was 62.55%. Male literacy was 80.38% and female literacy was 42.73%.