Kosmi - Khadgaon, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Kosmi is a village situated in the Khadgaon tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from Manpur and around 82 km from Rajnandgaon. Kosmi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kosmi is 441385. The village covers a total geographical area of 426.1 hectares and falls under the 491229 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kosmi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohala-manpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kosmi
As per Census 2011, Kosmi village has a total population of 520 people, consisting of 284 males and 236 females. The village has 110 households and a sex ratio of 830 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 359 literate and 161 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 404 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kosmi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 520 | 284 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 404 | 218 | 186 |
| Literate Population | 359 | 227 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 57 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Kosmi
Kosmi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pusewada | South | 2.08 km |
| Murar Gota | South-West | 2.14 km |
| Paindhur | North | 2.23 km |
| Tado | South | 2.48 km |
| Puswada | East | 2.64 km |
| Gubiyagarh | North-West | 3.01 km |
| Angara | North-East | 3.95 km |
| Suwarpal | North | 4.22 km |
| Dorba | South-West | 4.26 km |
| Botejhar. | North | 4.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kosmi
Kosmi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambagarh Chowki to Kosmi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Kosmi is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kosmi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kosmi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kosmi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kosmi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kosmi
Where is Kosmi located?
Kosmi village is located in Khadgaon Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kosmi?
Kosmi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kosmi?
The pincode of Kosmi is 491229.
What is the population of Kosmi?
Kosmi has a total population of 520, including 284 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Kosmi?
There are 110 households in Kosmi.
What is the literacy rate in Kosmi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kosmi is 69.04%. Male literacy is 79.93% and female literacy is 55.93%.