Kochasana - Deesa, Banas Kantha
Kochasana is a village situated in the Deesa taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deesa and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Bhachalva serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kochasana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kochasana is 508252. The village covers a total geographical area of 352.27 hectares and falls under the 385535 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kochasana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deesa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kochasana
According to the 2011 Census, Kochasana village had a total population of 966 people, including 495 males and 471 females, living in 172 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.05%, with male literacy at 74.24% and female literacy at 41.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 96.
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 | 966 | 495 | 471 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 68 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 52 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 487 | 317 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 479 | 178 | 301 |
Nearby Villages of Kochasana
Kochasana 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 Kochasana
Kochasana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Kochasana has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deesa to Kochasana is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Kochasana is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kochasana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kochasana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kochasana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kochasana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Kochasana
Where is Kochasana located?
Kochasana village is located in Deesa Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kochasana?
The Gram Panchayat of Kochasana is Bhachalva.
What is the pincode of Kochasana?
The pincode of Kochasana is 385535.
What is the population of Kochasana?
Kochasana had a total population of 966, including 495 males and 471 females.
How many households are there in Kochasana?
Kochasana had 172 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kochasana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kochasana was 58.05%. Male literacy was 74.24% and female literacy was 41.26%.