Koed - Tandwa, Chatra
Koed is a village situated in the Tandwa subdivision of Chatra district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tandwa and around 3 km from the district headquarters in Chtra. Koyad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koed village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koed is 349430. The village covers a total geographical area of 494 hectares and falls under the 825321 pincode. Chatra is the nearest town.
Koed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simaria Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koed
As per Census 2011, Koed village has a total population of 2,252 people, consisting of 1,164 males and 1,088 females. The village has 459 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 332 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,220 literate and 1,032 illiterate residents. Additionally, 687 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 109 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Koed are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,252 | 1,164 | 1,088 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 332 | 184 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 687 | 357 | 330 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 59 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 1,220 | 773 | 447 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,032 | 391 | 641 |
Nearby Villages of Koed
Koed is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Barkuti | South-West | 1.28 km |
| Honhi | East | 2.34 km |
| Naudiha | North | 2.55 km |
| Soparam | North-West | 2.97 km |
| Manatu | West | 3.11 km |
| Sihvpur | North | 3.12 km |
| Hechabalia | South-East | 3.49 km |
| Kurlonga | South-West | 3.53 km |
| Pokla Alias Kasidih | East | 3.69 km |
| Ghaghra | North-East | 3.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Koed
Koed is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ray, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Chtra to Koed is about 3 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koed village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Koed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koed 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Koed
Where is Koed located?
Koed village is located in Tandwa Subdivision, Chatra district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koed?
The Gram Panchayat of Koed is Koyad.
What is the pincode of Koed?
The pincode of Koed is 825321.
What is the population of Koed?
Koed has a total population of 2,252, including 1,164 males and 1,088 females.
How many households are there in Koed?
There are 459 households in Koed.
What is the literacy rate in Koed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koed is 54.17%. Male literacy is 66.41% and female literacy is 41.08%.