Kosa
About Kosa
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kosa village is 437039. Kosa village is located in Pamgarh tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Pamgarh (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Kosa village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 2047.81 hectares. Kosa has a total population of 5,616 peoples, out of which male population is 2,849 while female population is 2,767. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 971 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kosa village is 57.18% out of which 67.95% males and 46.08% females are literate. There are about 1,306 houses in kosa village. Pincode of kosa village locality is 495663.
When it comes to administration, Kosa village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kosa village comes under Pamgarh Vidhan Sabha constituency & Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency. Rahaud is nearest town to kosa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
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Population of Kosa
The population details of Kosa cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,616 | 2,849 | 2,767 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 863 | 439 | 424 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,646 | 842 | 804 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 164 | 80 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 3,211 | 1,936 | 1,275 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,405 | 913 | 1,492 |
Connectivity of Kosa
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kosa
Where is Kosa located?
Kosa village is situated in Pamgarh Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kosa?
Kosa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kosa?
The pincode of Kosa is 495663, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kosa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kosa is 5,616, with 2,849 males and 2,767 females.
How many households are there in Kosa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kosa village has a total of 1,306 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kosa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kosa is 57.18%. The male literacy rate is 67.95%, while the female literacy rate is 46.08%.