Kochwahi
Kochwahi is a village located in Narharpur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Narharpur (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Aakheeharra is the gram panchayat of Kochwahi village.
Kochwahi 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 Kochwahi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kochwahi is 447901. The village spans a total geographical area of 904 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494221. Kanker is nearest town to Kochwahi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
As per 2019 stats, Kochwahi village comes under Kanker assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Kochwahi
Population of Kochwahi
Below is a concise population overview of Kochwahi 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 | 845 | 426 | 419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 54 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 713 | 356 | 357 |
| Literate Population | 516 | 319 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 329 | 107 | 222 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kochwahi village:
- The total population of Kochwahi village is around 845, including approximately 426 males and 419 females, with a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 99 children aged 0–6 years in Kochwahi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kochwahi village has 30 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 713 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kochwahi village is about 61.07%, with male literacy at 74.88% and female literacy at 47.02%.
- There are around 196 households in Kochwahi village.
Connectivity of Kochwahi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kochwahi. As per the 2011 stats, Kochwahi 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kochwahi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kochwahi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kochwahi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kochwahi
- Where is Kochwahi located?
- Kochwahi village is situated in Narharpur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kochwahi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kochwahi is Aakheeharra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kochwahi?
- The pincode of Kochwahi is 494221, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kochwahi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kochwahi is 845, with 426 males and 419 females.
- How many households are there in Kochwahi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kochwahi village has a total of 196 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kochwahi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kochwahi is 61.07%. The male literacy rate is 74.88%, while the female literacy rate is 47.02%.