Kochedega
Kochedega is a village located in Basia subdivision of Gumla district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Basiya (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Gumla. As per 2009 stats, Etam is the gram panchayat of Kochedega village.
Kochedega has its own place in the vibrant Gumla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kochedega
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kochedega is 375879. The village spans a total geographical area of 444 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835227. Basia is nearest town to Kochedega village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kochedega village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sisai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Lohardaga Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kochedega
Population of Kochedega
Below is a concise population overview of Kochedega as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 761 | 383 | 378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 64 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 584 | 305 | 279 |
| Literate Population | 506 | 275 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 108 | 147 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kochedega village:
- The total population of Kochedega village is around 761, including approximately 383 males and 378 females, with a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 112 children aged 0–6 years in Kochedega village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kochedega village has 23 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 584 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kochedega village is about 66.49%, with male literacy at 71.80% and female literacy at 61.11%.
- There are around 134 households in Kochedega village.
Connectivity of Kochedega
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kochedega. As per the 2011 stats, Kochedega had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kochedega
Knowing the nearby villages of Kochedega helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kochedega.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kochedega
- Where is Kochedega located?
- Kochedega village is situated in Basia Subdivision, within the Gumla district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kochedega?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kochedega is Etam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kochedega?
- The pincode of Kochedega is 835227, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kochedega as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kochedega is 761, with 383 males and 378 females.
- How many households are there in Kochedega as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kochedega village has a total of 134 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kochedega as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kochedega is 66.49%. The male literacy rate is 71.80%, while the female literacy rate is 61.11%.