Alkosia

Alkosia is a village located in Chanan subdivision of Banka district in Bihar, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Chanan (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Banka. As per 2009 stats, Dhanubsar is the gram panchayat of Alkosia village.

Alkosia has its own place in the vibrant Banka region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Alkosia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Alkosia is 241864. The village spans a total geographical area of 295 hectares. Deoghar(jharkhand) is nearest town to Alkosia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.

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Population of Alkosia

Below is a concise population overview of Alkosia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,890 999 891
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 389 206 183
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 766 541 225
Illiterate Population 1,124 458 666

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Alkosia village:

  • The total population of Alkosia village is around 1,890, including approximately 999 males and 891 females, with a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 389 children aged 0–6 years in Alkosia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Alkosia village is about 40.53%, with male literacy at 54.15% and female literacy at 25.25%.
  • There are around 350 households in Alkosia village.

Connectivity of Alkosia

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Alkosia. As per the 2011 stats, Alkosia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Alkosia

Knowing the nearby villages of Alkosia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Alkosia.

Frequently Asked Questions about Alkosia

Where is Alkosia located?
Alkosia village is situated in Chanan Subdivision, within the Banka district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alkosia?
The Gram Panchayat of Alkosia is Dhanubsar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Alkosia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Alkosia is 1,890, with 999 males and 891 females.
How many households are there in Alkosia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Alkosia village has a total of 350 households.
What is the literacy rate in Alkosia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Alkosia is 40.53%. The male literacy rate is 54.15%, while the female literacy rate is 25.25%.