Konga - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Konga is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Konga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konga is 214369. The village covers a total geographical area of 752.58 hectares and falls under the 231212 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Konga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Duddhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Konga
As per Census 2011, Konga village has a total population of 3,051 people, consisting of 1,542 males and 1,509 females. The village has 499 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 649 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,156 literate and 1,895 illiterate residents. Additionally, 347 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,687 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Konga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,051 | 1,542 | 1,509 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 649 | 311 | 338 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 347 | 173 | 174 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,687 | 839 | 848 |
| Literate Population | 1,156 | 767 | 389 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,895 | 775 | 1,120 |
Nearby Villages of Konga
Konga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bahera Dol | South-West | 2.23 km |
| Paripan | East | 2.41 km |
| Ajangira | North | 2.49 km |
| Deohar Pashchim | North-East | 2.63 km |
| Baina | South-East | 2.95 km |
| Deohar Purab | North-East | 3.20 km |
| Dhankhor | West | 3.41 km |
| Karam Tola | South-East | 3.58 km |
| Chouna | South-West | 3.65 km |
| Dhanawar | South | 4.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Konga
Konga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jharokhas, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 132.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Konga is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Konga is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Konga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Konga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Konga
Where is Konga located?
Konga village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Konga?
Konga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Konga?
The pincode of Konga is 231212.
What is the population of Konga?
Konga has a total population of 3,051, including 1,542 males and 1,509 females.
How many households are there in Konga?
There are 499 households in Konga.
What is the literacy rate in Konga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konga is 37.89%. Male literacy is 49.74% and female literacy is 25.78%.