Koita - Saraswati, Patan
Koita is a village situated in the Saraswati taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from Patan and around 30 km from Patan. Koita village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koita is 508795. The village covers a total geographical area of 909.99 hectares and falls under the 384285 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Koita village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sidhpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koita
As per Census 2011, Koita village has a total population of 5,539 people, consisting of 2,859 males and 2,680 females. The village has 1,002 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 872 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,230 literate and 2,309 illiterate residents. Additionally, 434 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Koita are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,539 | 2,859 | 2,680 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 872 | 434 | 438 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 434 | 241 | 193 |
| Literate Population | 3,230 | 1,959 | 1,271 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,309 | 900 | 1,409 |
Nearby Villages of Koita
Koita 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 Koita
Koita is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Deesa to Koita is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Koita is about 30 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 Koita
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koita 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 Koita
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koita 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 Koita
Where is Koita located?
Koita village is located in Saraswati Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koita?
Koita is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Koita?
The pincode of Koita is 384285.
What is the population of Koita?
Koita has a total population of 5,539, including 2,859 males and 2,680 females.
How many households are there in Koita?
There are 1,002 households in Koita.
What is the literacy rate in Koita?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koita is 58.31%. Male literacy is 68.52% and female literacy is 47.43%.