Kosam
About Kosam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kosam village is 523759. Kosam village is located in Olpad taluka of Surat district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Olpad (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Surat. As per 2009 stats, Kosam village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 403.78 hectares. Kosam has a total population of 1,412 peoples, out of which male population is 716 while female population is 696. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 972 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kosam village is 73.94% out of which 80.59% males and 67.10% females are literate. There are about 326 houses in kosam village. Pincode of kosam village locality is 394520.
When it comes to administration, Kosam village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kosam village comes under Olpad Vidhan Sabha constituency & Surat Lok Sabha constituency. Surat is nearest town to kosam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Kosam
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,412 | 716 | 696 |
| Children (0-6) | 167 | 78 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 478 | 238 | 240 |
| Literate Population | 1,044 | 577 | 467 |
| Illiterate Population | 368 | 139 | 229 |
Connectivity of Kosam
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kosam
Where is Kosam located?
Kosam village is situated in Olpad Taluka, within the Surat district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kosam?
Kosam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kosam?
The pincode of Kosam is 394520, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kosam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kosam is 1,412, with 716 males and 696 females.
How many households are there in Kosam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kosam village has a total of 326 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kosam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kosam is 73.94%. The male literacy rate is 80.59%, while the female literacy rate is 67.10%.