Koa - Erki(Tamar Ii), Khunti
Koa is a village situated in the Erki(Tamar Ii) subdivision of Khunti district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Erki and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Khunti. Tintila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koa is 375369. The village covers a total geographical area of 222 hectares and falls under the 835210 pincode.
Koa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Koa
According to the 2011 Census, Koa village had a total population of 548 people, including 282 males and 266 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.89%, with male literacy at 59.47% and female literacy at 39.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 533.
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 | 548 | 282 | 266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 55 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 533 | 273 | 260 |
| Literate Population | 220 | 135 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 328 | 147 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Koa
Koa 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 Koa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Koa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Khunti to Koa is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Koa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Koa
Where is Koa located?
Koa village is located in Erki(Tamar Ii) Subdivision, Khunti district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Koa?
The Gram Panchayat of Koa is Tintila.
What is the pincode of Koa?
The pincode of Koa is 835210.
What is the population of Koa?
Koa had a total population of 548, including 282 males and 266 females.
How many households are there in Koa?
Koa had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koa was 49.89%. Male literacy was 59.47% and female literacy was 39.72%.