Konnagar - Patrasayer, Bankura
Konnagar is a village situated in the Patrasayer subdivision of Bankura district, West Bengal. Biur-betur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Konnagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konnagar is 327601. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.46 hectares and falls under the 722206 pincode. Patrasayer is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Konnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Indus Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bishnupur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Konnagar
According to the 2011 Census, Konnagar village had a total population of 792 people, including 395 males and 397 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.54%, with male literacy at 78.07% and female literacy at 59.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 236.
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 | 792 | 395 | 397 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 53 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 236 | 114 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 475 | 267 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 317 | 128 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Konnagar
Konnagar 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 Konnagar
Konnagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Konnagar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patrasayer to Konnagar is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Konnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konnagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Konnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konnagar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Konnagar
Where is Konnagar located?
Konnagar village is located in Patrasayer Subdivision, Bankura district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Konnagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Konnagar is Biur-betur.
What is the pincode of Konnagar?
The pincode of Konnagar is 722206.
What is the population of Konnagar?
Konnagar had a total population of 792, including 395 males and 397 females.
How many households are there in Konnagar?
Konnagar had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Konnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konnagar was 68.54%. Male literacy was 78.07% and female literacy was 59.26%.