Kosala
Kosala is a village located in Pamgarh tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Pamgarh (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Kosala village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kosala unique in its vibrant Pamgarh-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Kosala’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 Kosala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kosala is 437070. The village spans a total geographical area of 762.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495554. Kharod is nearest town to Kosala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kosala 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 Kosala
Population of Kosala
According to the 2011 Census, Kosala has a total population of about 2,975, with approximately 1,504 males and 1,471 females. The sex ratio is around 978 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 414 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 104 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 71. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.06%, with male literacy at about 71.61% and female literacy near 46.23%. There are around 685 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kosala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,975 | 1,504 | 1,471 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 414 | 207 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 52 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 35 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 1,757 | 1,077 | 680 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,218 | 427 | 791 |
Connectivity of Kosala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kosala. As per the 2011 stats, Kosala 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kosala
Knowing the nearby villages of Kosala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kosala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kosala
- Where is Kosala located?
- Kosala village is situated in Pamgarh Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kosala?
- Kosala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kosala?
- The pincode of Kosala is 495554, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kosala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kosala is 2,975, with 1,504 males and 1,471 females.
- How many households are there in Kosala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kosala village has a total of 685 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kosala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kosala is 59.06%. The male literacy rate is 71.61%, while the female literacy rate is 46.23%.