Konch is a city and a

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in Jalaun district in the

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. With its history going back to the Ramayan era, this place has also been described in Vedas as a place famous for the presence of a number of Kronch birds. It has India's shortest broad-gauge railway line between Konch and Ait, known as the Ait-Konch Shuttle. It is approximately 29 km from the city of Orai, where the headquarters of the district is situated.

Demographics

India

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, Konch had a population of around 257,874. Males constitute 53% of the population and females 47%. Konch has an average literacy rate of 65%, more than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 70%, and female literacy is 60%. In Konch, 15% of the population is under 6 years of age.

Famous events

Konch city is famous for the Tapobhoomi of kronch rishi, oldest Ramlila, and moving Dussehra celebration. The Ramlila play is 160 years old and also has its name in Limca book of world records.

Notable people

Konch City has some famous personalities lik
Minister Of State Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises
Shri Bhanu Pratap Singh Verma.

Location

Konch town Is located near

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border approx distance from Nadigaon town an Madhya Pradesh Border is 20 and 23km approx. respectively
Ravatpura temple
is one of the attractions near Konch town and is nearly 25km from Konch town. The Konch city is divided into 25 wards
Hotel Ashirwad Konch
also attracts many people to Konch for business meetings and celebrations.

How to reach

Via Rail – You can book tickets to

Orai Orai is a city in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is the administrative headquarters of Jalaun District. All administrative offices of Jalaun District, including the District Collectorate, police, telecom and various other government organizations are ...

Ait An ait (, like ''eight'') or eyot () is a small island. It is especially used to refer to river islands found on the River Thames and its tributaries in England. Aits are typically formed by the deposit of sediment in the water, which accumu ...

. Via Air –

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are some airports near Konch. Via Road – Buses from all over the country are available to Orai then you may have to change bus to Konch or private taxis are also available.

References

Cities and towns in Jalaun district {{Jalaun-geo-stub