Kokanpur
Kokanpur is a village located in Kanker tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 30km away from Kanker, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kokanpur village. As per 2009 stats, Kokanpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Kokanpur has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Bastar Kanker region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kokanpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kokanpur is 447801. The village spans a total geographical area of 513.52 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495116. Kanker is nearest town to Kokanpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
As per 2019 stats, Kokanpur village comes under Kanker assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Kokanpur
Population of Kokanpur
Below is a concise population overview of Kokanpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,424 | 713 | 711 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 96 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 65 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 430 | 225 | 205 |
| Literate Population | 975 | 538 | 437 |
| Illiterate Population | 449 | 175 | 274 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kokanpur village:
- The total population of Kokanpur village is around 1,424, including approximately 713 males and 711 females, with a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 183 children aged 0–6 years in Kokanpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kokanpur village has 148 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 430 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kokanpur village is about 68.47%, with male literacy at 75.46% and female literacy at 61.46%.
- There are around 340 households in Kokanpur village.
Connectivity of Kokanpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kokanpur. As per the 2011 stats, Kokanpur 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kokanpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kokanpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kokanpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kokanpur
- Where is Kokanpur located?
- Kokanpur village is situated in Kanker Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kokanpur?
- Kokanpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kokanpur?
- The pincode of Kokanpur is 495116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kokanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kokanpur is 1,424, with 713 males and 711 females.
- How many households are there in Kokanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kokanpur village has a total of 340 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kokanpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kokanpur is 68.47%. The male literacy rate is 75.46%, while the female literacy rate is 61.46%.