Kosrangi - Arang, Raipur
Kosrangi is a village situated in the Arang tehsil of Raipur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arang and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Raipur. Kosrangi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kosrangi is 444433. The village covers a total geographical area of 1163.51 hectares and falls under the 493225 pincode. Arang is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Kosrangi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kosrangi
As per Census 2011, Kosrangi village has a total population of 4,209 people, consisting of 2,132 males and 2,077 females. The village has 886 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 596 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,750 literate and 1,459 illiterate residents. Additionally, 738 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kosrangi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,209 | 2,132 | 2,077 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 596 | 300 | 296 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 738 | 369 | 369 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 2,750 | 1,585 | 1,165 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,459 | 547 | 912 |
Nearby Villages of Kosrangi
Kosrangi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paraswani-2 (paraswani) | North-East | 2.63 km |
| Parsada-2 (parsada) | East | 2.88 km |
| Guma-1 (gumakhapri) | South | 2.97 km |
| Chakwe | East | 3.08 km |
| Deortilda | North | 3.32 km |
| Farhada | South-West | 3.33 km |
| Bana-1 (bana) | South-East | 3.72 km |
| Ghont-1 (ghaut) | South | 4.27 km |
| Khapri-1 | South-West | 4.28 km |
| Ghorbhatti | North-East | 4.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kosrangi
Kosrangi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Arang Mahanadi, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.1 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 Arang to Kosrangi is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Kosrangi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kosrangi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kosrangi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kosrangi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kosrangi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kosrangi
Where is Kosrangi located?
Kosrangi village is located in Arang Tehsil, Raipur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kosrangi?
Kosrangi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kosrangi?
The pincode of Kosrangi is 493225.
What is the population of Kosrangi?
Kosrangi has a total population of 4,209, including 2,132 males and 2,077 females.
How many households are there in Kosrangi?
There are 886 households in Kosrangi.
What is the literacy rate in Kosrangi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kosrangi is 65.34%. Male literacy is 74.34% and female literacy is 56.09%.