Kosamtara
Kosamtara is a village located in Lormi tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Lormi (tehsildar office) and 97km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Kosamtara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kosamtara unique in its vibrant Lormi-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Kosamtara’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 Kosamtara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kosamtara is 437766. The village spans a total geographical area of 628.91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495115. Lormi is nearest town to Kosamtara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kosamtara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Lormi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kosamtara
Population of Kosamtara
According to the 2011 Census, Kosamtara has a total population of about 2,133, with approximately 1,084 males and 1,049 females. The sex ratio is around 967 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 368 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 301 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.68%, with male literacy at about 60.79% and female literacy near 34.13%. There are around 498 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kosamtara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,133 | 1,084 | 1,049 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 368 | 191 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 301 | 160 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,017 | 659 | 358 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,116 | 425 | 691 |
Connectivity of Kosamtara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kosamtara. As per the 2011 stats, Kosamtara 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 Kosamtara
Knowing the nearby villages of Kosamtara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kosamtara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kosamtara
- Where is Kosamtara located?
- Kosamtara village is situated in Lormi Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kosamtara?
- Kosamtara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kosamtara?
- The pincode of Kosamtara is 495115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kosamtara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kosamtara is 2,133, with 1,084 males and 1,049 females.
- How many households are there in Kosamtara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kosamtara village has a total of 498 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kosamtara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kosamtara is 47.68%. The male literacy rate is 60.79%, while the female literacy rate is 34.13%.