Koku - Kotkhai, Shimla
Koku is a village situated in the Kotkhai tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Pandli (kotkhai) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koku village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koku is 026285. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 171202 pincode. Kotkhai is the nearest town.
Koku village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Koku
According to the 2011 Census, Koku village had a total population of 62 people, including 29 males and 33 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,138 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.97%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 78.79%.
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 | 62 | 29 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 5 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Koku
Koku 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 Koku
Koku 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Koku is about 50 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 Koku
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koku village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Koku
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koku village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Koku
Where is Koku located?
Koku village is located in Kotkhai Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Koku?
The Gram Panchayat of Koku is Pandli (kotkhai).
What is the pincode of Koku?
The pincode of Koku is 171202.
What is the population of Koku?
Koku had a total population of 62, including 29 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Koku?
Koku had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koku?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koku was 81.97%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 78.79%.