Konhata - Colonelganj, Gonda
Konhata is a village situated in the Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Colonelganj and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Konhata village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konhata is 174988. The village covers a total geographical area of 134.64 hectares and falls under the 271126 pincode. Gonda is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Konhata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Colonelganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Konhata
According to the 2011 Census, Konhata village had a total population of 672 people, including 358 males and 314 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 877 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.93%, with male literacy at 56.68% and female literacy at 28.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 111.
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 | 672 | 358 | 314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 51 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 59 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 246 | 174 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 426 | 184 | 242 |
Nearby Villages of Konhata
Konhata 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhatauni | North-East | 1.18 km |
| Ali Nagar | North-West | 1.19 km |
| Mohammadpur Kamiyar | East | 1.38 km |
| Belahari | South-West | 1.39 km |
| Para Paras Rampur | North | 1.79 km |
| Tarahata | South | 1.83 km |
| Bhuliyapur | East | 1.84 km |
| Udiyapur | South-East | 1.94 km |
| Bambhaura | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Budhwaliya | North-East | 2.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Konhata
Konhata is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jarwal Road, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gonda to Konhata is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Konhata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konhata 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 Konhata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konhata village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Konhata
Where is Konhata located?
Konhata village is located in Colonelganj Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Konhata?
Konhata is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Konhata?
The pincode of Konhata is 271126.
What is the population of Konhata?
Konhata had a total population of 672, including 358 males and 314 females.
How many households are there in Konhata?
Konhata had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Konhata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konhata was 43.93%. Male literacy was 56.68% and female literacy was 28.46%.