Konan
Konan is a village located in Keshpur subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.5km away from sub-district headquarter Keshpur. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Konan village. As per 2009 stats, Golar is the gram panchayat of Konan village.
Here you can discover what makes Konan unique in its vibrant Keshpur-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Konan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Konan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Konan is 338249. The village spans a total geographical area of 93.63 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721150. Midnapore is nearest town to Konan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Konan
Population of Konan
According to the 2011 Census, Konan has a total population of about 1,468, with approximately 703 males and 765 females. The sex ratio is around 1088 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 174 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,245 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.31%, with male literacy at about 71.55% and female literacy near 46.14%. There are around 257 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Konan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,468 | 703 | 765 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 84 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,245 | 617 | 628 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 856 | 503 | 353 |
| Illiterate Population | 612 | 200 | 412 |
Connectivity of Konan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Konan. As per the 2011 stats, Konan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Konan
Knowing the nearby villages of Konan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Konan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Konan
- Where is Konan located?
- Konan village is situated in Keshpur Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Konan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Konan is Golar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Konan?
- The pincode of Konan is 721150, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Konan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Konan is 1,468, with 703 males and 765 females.
- How many households are there in Konan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Konan village has a total of 257 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Konan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Konan is 58.31%. The male literacy rate is 71.55%, while the female literacy rate is 46.14%.