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.
Here you can discover what makes Kochwahi unique in its vibrant Narharpur-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Kochwahi’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kochwahi has a total population of about 845, with approximately 426 males and 419 females. The sex ratio is around 983 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 99 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 30 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 713. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.07%, with male literacy at about 74.88% and female literacy near 47.02%. There are around 196 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kochwahi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.