Kounsi
Kounsi is a village located in Barkagaon subdivision of Hazaribagh district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Barkagaon (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Hazaribagh. As per 2009 stats, Gondalpura is the gram panchayat of Kounsi village.
Here you can discover what makes Kounsi unique in its vibrant Barkagaon-Hazaribagh region. You’ll see Kounsi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kounsi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kounsi is 368862. The village spans a total geographical area of 339 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825311. Barkagaon is nearest town to Kounsi village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kounsi 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 Barkagaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hazaribagh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kounsi
Population of Kounsi
According to the 2011 Census, Kounsi has a total population of about 241, with approximately 121 males and 120 females. The sex ratio is around 991 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 36 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 8 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 106. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.62%, with male literacy at about 57.85% and female literacy near 43.33%. There are around 43 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kounsi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 241 | 121 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 106 | 56 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 70 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 51 | 68 |
Connectivity of Kounsi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kounsi. As per the 2011 stats, Kounsi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kounsi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kounsi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kounsi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kounsi
- Where is Kounsi located?
- Kounsi village is situated in Barkagaon Subdivision, within the Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kounsi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kounsi is Gondalpura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kounsi?
- The pincode of Kounsi is 825311, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kounsi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kounsi is 241, with 121 males and 120 females.
- How many households are there in Kounsi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kounsi village has a total of 43 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kounsi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kounsi is 50.62%. The male literacy rate is 57.85%, while the female literacy rate is 43.33%.