Kosalpur - Garkha, Saran
Kosalpur is a village situated in the Garkha subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garkha and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Itwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kosalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kosalpur is 234377. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.39 hectares and falls under the 841311 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Kosalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Kosalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Kosalpur village had a total population of 430 people, including 210 males and 220 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 1,048 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.52%, with male literacy at 92.13% and female literacy at 75.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 173.
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 | 430 | 210 | 220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 32 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 173 | 80 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 304 | 164 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 46 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Kosalpur
Kosalpur 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 Kosalpur
Kosalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chapra to Kosalpur is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Kosalpur is about 30 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 Kosalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kosalpur 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kosalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kosalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kosalpur
Where is Kosalpur located?
Kosalpur village is located in Garkha Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kosalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kosalpur is Itwa.
What is the pincode of Kosalpur?
The pincode of Kosalpur is 841311.
What is the population of Kosalpur?
Kosalpur had a total population of 430, including 210 males and 220 females.
How many households are there in Kosalpur?
Kosalpur had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kosalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kosalpur was 83.52%. Male literacy was 92.13% and female literacy was 75.27%.