Kostamarka - Orchha, Narayanpur
Kostamarka is a village situated in the Orchha tehsil of Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Orchha and around 106 km from the district headquarters in Narayanpur. Dhurbeda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kostamarka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kostamarka is 450003. The village falls under the 494661 pincode. Narayanpur is the nearest town, located about 106 km away.
Kostamarka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narayanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kostamarka
As per Census 2011, Kostamarka village has a total population of 54 people, consisting of 26 males and 28 females. The village has 11 households and a sex ratio of 1,076 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4 literate and 50 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kostamarka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 23 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Kostamarka
Kostamarka 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 Kostamarka
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kostamarka.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narayanpur to Kostamarka is about 106 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kostamarka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kostamarka 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 Kostamarka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kostamarka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kostamarka
Where is Kostamarka located?
Kostamarka village is located in Orchha Tehsil, Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kostamarka?
The Gram Panchayat of Kostamarka is Dhurbeda.
What is the pincode of Kostamarka?
The pincode of Kostamarka is 494661.
What is the population of Kostamarka?
Kostamarka has a total population of 54, including 26 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Kostamarka?
There are 11 households in Kostamarka.
What is the literacy rate in Kostamarka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kostamarka is 7.41%. Male literacy is 11.54% and female literacy is 3.57%.