Kosi
Kosi is a village located in Hussainabad subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Hussainabad (tehsildar office) and 83km away from district headquarter Palamu. As per 2009 stats, Kosi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kosi unique in its vibrant Hussainabad-Palamu region. You’ll see Kosi’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 Kosi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kosi is 365069. The village spans a total geographical area of 245 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822116. Hussainabad is nearest town to Kosi village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kosi
Population of Kosi
According to the 2011 Census, Kosi has a total population of about 1,120, with approximately 583 males and 537 females. The sex ratio is around 921 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 140 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 587 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.52%, with male literacy at about 70.50% and female literacy near 41.34%. There are around 166 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kosi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,120 | 583 | 537 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 68 | 72 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 587 | 302 | 285 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 633 | 411 | 222 |
Illiterate Population | 487 | 172 | 315 |
Connectivity of Kosi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kosi. As per the 2011 stats, Kosi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kosi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kosi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kosi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kosi
- Where is Kosi located?
- Kosi village is situated in Hussainabad Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kosi?
- Kosi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kosi?
- The pincode of Kosi is 822116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kosi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kosi is 1,120, with 583 males and 537 females.
- How many households are there in Kosi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kosi village has a total of 166 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kosi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kosi is 56.52%. The male literacy rate is 70.50%, while the female literacy rate is 41.34%.