Kochbay
Kochbay is a village located in Bindranavagarh tehsil of Raipur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Gariyaband (tehsildar office) and 96km away from district headquarter Raipur. As per 2009 stats, Kochbay village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kochbay unique in its vibrant Bindranavagarh-Raipur region. You’ll see Kochbay’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 Kochbay
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kochbay is 445061. The village spans a total geographical area of 501.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493889. Gariyaband is nearest town to Kochbay village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Kochbay
Population of Kochbay
According to the 2011 Census, Kochbay has a total population of about 1,564, with approximately 776 males and 788 females. The sex ratio is around 1015 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 200 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 25 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,001. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.63%, with male literacy at about 81.31% and female literacy near 64.09%. There are around 409 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kochbay's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,564 | 776 | 788 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 84 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,001 | 493 | 508 |
| Literate Population | 1,136 | 631 | 505 |
| Illiterate Population | 428 | 145 | 283 |
Connectivity of Kochbay
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kochbay. As per the 2011 stats, Kochbay 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 Kochbay
Knowing the nearby villages of Kochbay helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kochbay.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kochbay
- Where is Kochbay located?
- Kochbay village is situated in Bindranavagarh Tehsil, within the Raipur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kochbay?
- Kochbay serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kochbay?
- The pincode of Kochbay is 493889, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kochbay as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kochbay is 1,564, with 776 males and 788 females.
- How many households are there in Kochbay as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kochbay village has a total of 409 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kochbay as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kochbay is 72.63%. The male literacy rate is 81.31%, while the female literacy rate is 64.09%.