Kokdi - Saraipali, Mahasamund
Kokdi is a village situated in the Saraipali tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saraipali and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Gerra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kokdi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kokdi is 445972. The village covers a total geographical area of 172.24 hectares and falls under the 493558 pincode. Saraipali is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kokdi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraipali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kokdi
According to the 2011 Census, Kokdi village had a total population of 369 people, including 176 males and 193 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 1,097 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.17%, with male literacy at 73.58% and female literacy at 61.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 265.
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 | 369 | 176 | 193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 17 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 23 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 265 | 133 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 221 | 117 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 59 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Kokdi
Kokdi 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 Kokdi
Kokdi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. Kokdi has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saraipali to Kokdi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Kokdi is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kokdi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kokdi 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 Kokdi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kokdi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Kokdi
Where is Kokdi located?
Kokdi village is located in Saraipali Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kokdi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kokdi is Gerra.
What is the pincode of Kokdi?
The pincode of Kokdi is 493558.
What is the population of Kokdi?
Kokdi had a total population of 369, including 176 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Kokdi?
Kokdi had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kokdi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kokdi was 67.17%. Male literacy was 73.58% and female literacy was 61.18%.