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
According to the 2011 Census, Koita village had a total population of 5,539 people, including 2,859 males and 2,680 females, living in 1,002 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.21%, with male literacy at 80.78% and female literacy at 56.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 434.
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 | 5,539 | 2,859 | 2,680 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 872 | 434 | 438 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 434 | 241 | 193 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 5,539, including 2,859 males and 2,680 females.
How many households are there in Koita?
Koita had 1,002 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koita?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koita was 69.21%. Male literacy was 80.78% and female literacy was 56.69%.