Koskapur - Narpatganj, Araria
Koskapur is a village situated in the Narpatganj subdivision of Araria district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narpatganj and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Araria. Ramghat Kosakapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koskapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koskapur is 221512. The village covers a total geographical area of 1254 hectares and falls under the 854335 pincode. Forbesganj is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Koskapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Koskapur
As per Census 2011, Koskapur village has a total population of 12,149 people, consisting of 6,328 males and 5,821 females. The village has 2,341 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,404 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,480 literate and 7,669 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,168 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Koskapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,149 | 6,328 | 5,821 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,404 | 1,239 | 1,165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,168 | 1,103 | 1,065 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 3 | - |
| Literate Population | 4,480 | 2,843 | 1,637 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,669 | 3,485 | 4,184 |
Nearby Villages of Koskapur
Koskapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pharhi | East | 3.03 km |
| Baghua Dibiganj | North-East | 3.12 km |
| Barhara | North-West | 3.69 km |
| Tamganj Toufir | South | 3.78 km |
| Damiya | West | 4.09 km |
| Dargahiganj | North-East | 4.79 km |
| Pithaura | South-West | 5.01 km |
| Kandhaili | South-East | 5.04 km |
| Gokhulpur | South | 5.23 km |
| Khaira | North | 5.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Koskapur
Koskapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bathnaha, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Forbesganj to Koskapur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Araria to Koskapur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koskapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koskapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Koskapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koskapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Koskapur
Where is Koskapur located?
Koskapur village is located in Narpatganj Subdivision, Araria district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koskapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Koskapur is Ramghat Kosakapur.
What is the pincode of Koskapur?
The pincode of Koskapur is 854335.
What is the population of Koskapur?
Koskapur has a total population of 12,149, including 6,328 males and 5,821 females.
How many households are there in Koskapur?
There are 2,341 households in Koskapur.
What is the literacy rate in Koskapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koskapur is 36.88%. Male literacy is 44.93% and female literacy is 28.12%.