Koni - Sahar, Bhojpur
Koni is a village situated in the Sahar subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sahar and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Chouri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koni is 247770. The village covers a total geographical area of 90 hectares and falls under the 802208 pincode. Arwal is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Koni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Koni
According to the 2011 Census, Koni village had a total population of 597 people, including 307 males and 290 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.22%, with male literacy at 76.90% and female literacy at 43.78%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 597 | 307 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 30 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 322 | 213 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 275 | 94 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Koni
Koni is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Koni
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Koni.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arwal to Koni is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Koni is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Koni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Koni
Where is Koni located?
Koni village is located in Sahar Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Koni?
The Gram Panchayat of Koni is Chouri.
What is the pincode of Koni?
The pincode of Koni is 802208.
What is the population of Koni?
Koni had a total population of 597, including 307 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Koni?
Koni had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koni was 61.22%. Male literacy was 76.90% and female literacy was 43.78%.