Kosa
Kosa is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Kosa unique in its vibrant Pamgarh-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Kosa’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 Kosa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kosa is 437039. The village spans a total geographical area of 2047.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495663. Rahaud is nearest town to Kosa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kosa 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 Pamgarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kosa
Population of Kosa
According to the 2011 Census, Kosa has a total population of about 5,616, with approximately 2,849 males and 2,767 females. The sex ratio is around 971 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 863 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,646 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 164. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.18%, with male literacy at about 67.95% and female literacy near 46.08%. There are around 1,306 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kosa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,616 | 2,849 | 2,767 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 863 | 439 | 424 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,646 | 842 | 804 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 164 | 80 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 3,211 | 1,936 | 1,275 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,405 | 913 | 1,492 |
Connectivity of Kosa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kosa. As per the 2011 stats, Kosa 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kosa
Knowing the nearby villages of Kosa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kosa.
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%.