Kokar - Kuru, Lohardaga
Kokar is a village situated in the Kuru subdivision of Lohardaga district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kuru and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Lohardaga. Chandlaso serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kokar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kokar is 363037. The village covers a total geographical area of 313 hectares and falls under the 835213 pincode. Lohardaga is the nearest town.
Kokar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kokar
According to the 2011 Census, Kokar village had a total population of 1,331 people, including 670 males and 661 females, living in 255 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.93%, with male literacy at 87.26% and female literacy at 58.42%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 930.
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 | 1,331 | 670 | 661 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 105 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 930 | 468 | 462 |
| Literate Population | 819 | 493 | 326 |
| Illiterate Population | 512 | 177 | 335 |
Nearby Villages of Kokar
Kokar 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 Kokar
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Kokar. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Kokar.
| 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 | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Lohardaga to Kokar is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kokar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kokar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kokar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kokar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kokar
Where is Kokar located?
Kokar village is located in Kuru Subdivision, Lohardaga district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kokar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kokar is Chandlaso.
What is the pincode of Kokar?
The pincode of Kokar is 835213.
What is the population of Kokar?
Kokar had a total population of 1,331, including 670 males and 661 females.
How many households are there in Kokar?
Kokar had 255 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kokar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kokar was 72.93%. Male literacy was 87.26% and female literacy was 58.42%.