Kohkapal
Kohkapal is a village located in Bakavand tehsil of Bastar district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Bakawand (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Jagdalpur. As per 2009 stats, Kohkapal village is also a gram panchayat.
Kohkapal has its own place in the vibrant Bastar 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 Kohkapal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kohkapal is 449462. The village spans a total geographical area of 430.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494221. Jagdalpur is nearest town to Kohkapal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Kohkapal
Population of Kohkapal
Below is a concise population overview of Kohkapal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,936 | 962 | 974 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 290 | 134 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,486 | 729 | 757 |
| Literate Population | 814 | 525 | 289 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,122 | 437 | 685 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kohkapal village:
- The total population of Kohkapal village is around 1,936, including approximately 962 males and 974 females, with a sex ratio of 1012 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 290 children aged 0–6 years in Kohkapal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kohkapal village has 3 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,486 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kohkapal village is about 42.05%, with male literacy at 54.57% and female literacy at 29.67%.
- There are around 497 households in Kohkapal village.
Connectivity of Kohkapal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kohkapal. As per the 2011 stats, Kohkapal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kohkapal
Knowing the nearby villages of Kohkapal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kohkapal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kohkapal
- Where is Kohkapal located?
- Kohkapal village is situated in Bakavand Tehsil, within the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kohkapal?
- Kohkapal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kohkapal?
- The pincode of Kohkapal is 494221, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kohkapal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kohkapal is 1,936, with 962 males and 974 females.
- How many households are there in Kohkapal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kohkapal village has a total of 497 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kohkapal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kohkapal is 42.05%. The male literacy rate is 54.57%, while the female literacy rate is 29.67%.