Kos
Kos is a village located in Mahuva taluka of Surat district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 31km away from sub-district headquarter Mahuva (tehsildar office) and 76km away from district headquarter Surat. As per 2009 stats, Kos village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kos unique in its vibrant Mahuva-Surat region. You’ll see Kos’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 Kos
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kos is 524415. The village spans a total geographical area of 736.13 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 396510. Bardoli is nearest town to Kos village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 44km away.
Google Map of Kos
Population of Kos
According to the 2011 Census, Kos has a total population of about 4,290, with approximately 2,175 males and 2,115 females. The sex ratio is around 972 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 439 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 111 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3,306. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.08%, with male literacy at about 80.00% and female literacy near 72.06%. There are around 913 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kos's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,290 | 2,175 | 2,115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 439 | 235 | 204 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 53 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,306 | 1,668 | 1,638 |
| Literate Population | 3,264 | 1,740 | 1,524 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,026 | 435 | 591 |
Connectivity of Kos
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kos. As per the 2011 stats, Kos had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kos
Knowing the nearby villages of Kos helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kos.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kos
- Where is Kos located?
- Kos village is situated in Mahuva Taluka, within the Surat district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kos?
- Kos serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kos?
- The pincode of Kos is 396510, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kos as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kos is 4,290, with 2,175 males and 2,115 females.
- How many households are there in Kos as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kos village has a total of 913 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kos as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kos is 76.08%. The male literacy rate is 80.00%, while the female literacy rate is 72.06%.