Kohag - Billawar, Kathua
Kohag is a village situated in the Billawar tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Billawar and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Kohag village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kohag is 001686. The village covers a total geographical area of 995 hectares and falls under the 184203 pincode. Billawar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kohag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kohag
According to the 2011 Census, Kohag village had a total population of 2,602 people, including 1,343 males and 1,259 females, living in 529 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.45%, with male literacy at 77.85% and female literacy at 56.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 757, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 106.
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 | 2,602 | 1,343 | 1,259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 359 | 192 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 757 | 390 | 367 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 106 | 51 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 1,513 | 896 | 617 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,089 | 447 | 642 |
Nearby Villages of Kohag
Kohag 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 Kohag
Kohag is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Billawar to Kohag is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Kohag is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kohag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kohag 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 Kohag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kohag village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kohag
Where is Kohag located?
Kohag village is located in Billawar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Kohag?
Kohag is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kohag?
The pincode of Kohag is 184203.
What is the population of Kohag?
Kohag had a total population of 2,602, including 1,343 males and 1,259 females.
How many households are there in Kohag?
Kohag had 529 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kohag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kohag was 67.45%. Male literacy was 77.85% and female literacy was 56.50%.