Kohkawada - Bhairamgarh, Bijapur
Kohkawada is a village situated in the Bhairamgarh tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhairamgarh and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Tushval serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kohkawada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kohkawada is 451262. The village covers a total geographical area of 8.877 hectares and falls under the 494450 pincode. Dantewada is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Kohkawada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kohkawada
According to the 2011 Census, Kohkawada village had a total population of 71 people, including 41 males and 30 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 732 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 1.61%, with male literacy at 2.56% and female literacy at 0.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 71.
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 | 71 | 41 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 2 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 41 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 40 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Kohkawada
Kohkawada 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 Kohkawada
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kohkawada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dantewada to Kohkawada is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Kohkawada is about 50 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 Kohkawada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kohkawada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kohkawada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kohkawada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kohkawada
Where is Kohkawada located?
Kohkawada village is located in Bhairamgarh Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kohkawada?
The Gram Panchayat of Kohkawada is Tushval.
What is the pincode of Kohkawada?
The pincode of Kohkawada is 494450.
What is the population of Kohkawada?
Kohkawada had a total population of 71, including 41 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Kohkawada?
Kohkawada had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kohkawada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kohkawada was 1.61%. Male literacy was 2.56% and female literacy was 0.00%.