Kosindra - Anklav, Anand
Kosindra is a village situated in the Anklav taluka of Anand district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anklav and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Anand. Kosindra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kosindra is 517142. The village covers a total geographical area of 731.34 hectares and falls under the 388510 pincode. Anklav is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kosindra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anklav Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kosindra
As per Census 2011, Kosindra village has a total population of 3,729 people, consisting of 1,928 males and 1,801 females. The village has 761 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 462 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,100 literate and 629 illiterate residents. Additionally, 171 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kosindra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,729 | 1,928 | 1,801 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 462 | 245 | 217 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 88 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 3,100 | 1,646 | 1,454 |
| Illiterate Population | 629 | 282 | 347 |
Nearby Villages of Kosindra
Kosindra 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 Kosindra
Public transport in the Kosindra is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anklav to Kosindra is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anand to Kosindra is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kosindra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kosindra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kosindra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kosindra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kosindra
Where is Kosindra located?
Kosindra village is located in Anklav Taluka, Anand district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kosindra?
Kosindra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kosindra?
The pincode of Kosindra is 388510.
What is the population of Kosindra?
Kosindra has a total population of 3,729, including 1,928 males and 1,801 females.
How many households are there in Kosindra?
There are 761 households in Kosindra.
What is the literacy rate in Kosindra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kosindra is 83.13%. Male literacy is 85.37% and female literacy is 80.73%.