Kochgawan
Kochgawan is a village located in Basantpur subdivision of Supaul district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Basantpur (tehsildar office) and 87km away from district headquarter Supaul. As per 2009 stats, Kochgawan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kochgawan unique in its vibrant Basantpur-Supaul region. You’ll see Kochgawan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kochgawan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kochgawan is 221020. The village spans a total geographical area of 244 hectares. Birpur is nearest town to Kochgawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Kochgawan
Population of Kochgawan
According to the 2011 Census, Kochgawan has a total population of about 5,396, with approximately 2,803 males and 2,593 females. The sex ratio is around 925 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,286 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 86 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.10%, with male literacy at about 44.88% and female literacy near 34.94%. There are around 947 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kochgawan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,396 | 2,803 | 2,593 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,286 | 685 | 601 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 43 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,164 | 1,258 | 906 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,232 | 1,545 | 1,687 |
Connectivity of Kochgawan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kochgawan. As per the 2011 stats, Kochgawan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kochgawan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kochgawan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kochgawan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kochgawan
- Where is Kochgawan located?
- Kochgawan village is situated in Basantpur Subdivision, within the Supaul district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kochgawan?
- Kochgawan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kochgawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kochgawan is 5,396, with 2,803 males and 2,593 females.
- How many households are there in Kochgawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kochgawan village has a total of 947 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kochgawan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kochgawan is 40.10%. The male literacy rate is 44.88%, while the female literacy rate is 34.94%.