Babu Kohaka - Charama, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Babu Kohaka is a village situated in the Charama tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Charama and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Golkumhada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Babu Kohaka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babu Kohaka is 447481. The village covers a total geographical area of 540.26 hectares and falls under the 494336 pincode. Charama is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Babu Kohaka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babu Kohaka
According to the 2011 Census, Babu Kohaka village had a total population of 517 people, including 258 males and 259 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 1,004 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.60%, with male literacy at 86.84% and female literacy at 64.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 422.
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 | 517 | 258 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 422 | 211 | 211 |
| Literate Population | 347 | 198 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 60 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Babu Kohaka
Babu Kohaka 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 Babu Kohaka
Babu Kohaka is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Charama to Babu Kohaka is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Babu Kohaka is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Babu Kohaka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babu Kohaka 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Babu Kohaka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babu Kohaka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Babu Kohaka
Where is Babu Kohaka located?
Babu Kohaka village is located in Charama Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Babu Kohaka?
The Gram Panchayat of Babu Kohaka is Golkumhada.
What is the pincode of Babu Kohaka?
The pincode of Babu Kohaka is 494336.
What is the population of Babu Kohaka?
Babu Kohaka had a total population of 517, including 258 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Babu Kohaka?
Babu Kohaka had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Babu Kohaka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babu Kohaka was 75.60%. Male literacy was 86.84% and female literacy was 64.50%.