Konda - Pandabeswar, Paschim Bardhaman
Konda is a village situated in the Pandabeswar subdivision of Paschim Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.2 km from Pandabeswar. Baidyanathpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Konda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konda is 318697. The village covers a total geographical area of 133.14 hectares and falls under the 713346 pincode. Ranigang is the nearest town.
Konda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Konda
According to the 2011 Census, Konda village had a total population of 916 people, including 485 males and 431 females, living in 222 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.11%, with male literacy at 81.12% and female literacy at 64.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 383.
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 | 916 | 485 | 431 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 40 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 383 | 201 | 182 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 620 | 361 | 259 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 124 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Konda
Konda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gobindapur | West | 1.27 km |
| Deshlopa | East | 1.33 km |
| Rasidpur | North | 1.48 km |
| Danya | South | 1.51 km |
| Rajanpur | North-West | 1.77 km |
| Balta | North-East | 1.90 km |
| Narayanpur | North-West | 2.65 km |
| Parulbana | East | 2.69 km |
| Beledanga | North-West | 2.72 km |
| Chak Karala | South-West | 2.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Konda
Konda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pandabeswar, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 9.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Konda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konda 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 Konda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Konda
Where is Konda located?
Konda village is located in Pandabeswar Subdivision, Paschim Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Konda?
The Gram Panchayat of Konda is Baidyanathpur.
What is the pincode of Konda?
The pincode of Konda is 713346.
What is the population of Konda?
Konda had a total population of 916, including 485 males and 431 females.
How many households are there in Konda?
Konda had 222 households.
What is the literacy rate in Konda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konda was 73.11%. Male literacy was 81.12% and female literacy was 64.27%.