Koel

Koel is a village located in Charpokhari subdivision of Bhojpur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Charpokhari (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Arrah. As per 2009 stats, Koel village is also a gram panchayat.

Koel has its own place in the vibrant Bhojpur 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 Koel

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Koel is 247409. The village spans a total geographical area of 332 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 802223. Piro is nearest town to Koel village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Koel

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,556 1,856 1,700
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 609 306 303
Scheduled Castes (SC) 744 371 373
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,908 1,224 684
Illiterate Population 1,648 632 1,016

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

  • The total population of Koel village is around 3,556, including approximately 1,856 males and 1,700 females, with a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 609 children aged 0–6 years in Koel village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Koel village has 744 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Koel village is about 53.66%, with male literacy at 65.95% and female literacy at 40.24%.
  • There are around 564 households in Koel village.

Connectivity of Koel

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Koel. As per the 2011 stats, Koel 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Koel

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Koel

Where is Koel located?
Koel village is situated in Charpokhari Subdivision, within the Bhojpur district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koel?
Koel serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Koel?
The pincode of Koel is 802223, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Koel as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Koel is 3,556, with 1,856 males and 1,700 females.
How many households are there in Koel as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Koel village has a total of 564 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koel as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Koel is 53.66%. The male literacy rate is 65.95%, while the female literacy rate is 40.24%.