Kohkaseoni - Bhanpuri, Bastar
Kohkaseoni is a village situated in the Bhanpuri tehsil of Bastar district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 28 km from Bastar and around 48 km from Jagdalpur. Mundagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kohkaseoni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kohkaseoni is 449312. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.13 hectares and falls under the 494224 pincode. Bastar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Kohkaseoni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narayanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kohkaseoni
As per Census 2011, Kohkaseoni village has a total population of 565 people, consisting of 277 males and 288 females. The village has 131 households and a sex ratio of 1,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 238 literate and 327 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 371 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kohkaseoni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 565 | 277 | 288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 29 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 371 | 184 | 187 |
| Literate Population | 238 | 149 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 327 | 128 | 199 |
Nearby Villages of Kohkaseoni
Kohkaseoni 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 Kohkaseoni
Kohkaseoni 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 NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bastar to Kohkaseoni is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jagdalpur to Kohkaseoni is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kohkaseoni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kohkaseoni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kohkaseoni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kohkaseoni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kohkaseoni
Where is Kohkaseoni located?
Kohkaseoni village is located in Bhanpuri Tehsil, Bastar district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kohkaseoni?
The Gram Panchayat of Kohkaseoni is Mundagaon.
What is the pincode of Kohkaseoni?
The pincode of Kohkaseoni is 494224.
What is the population of Kohkaseoni?
Kohkaseoni has a total population of 565, including 277 males and 288 females.
How many households are there in Kohkaseoni?
There are 131 households in Kohkaseoni.
What is the literacy rate in Kohkaseoni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kohkaseoni is 42.12%. Male literacy is 53.79% and female literacy is 30.90%.