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.

Kosi has its own place in the vibrant Palamu 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 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.

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Population of Kosi

Below is a concise population overview of Kosi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kosi village:

  • The total population of Kosi village is around 1,120, including approximately 583 males and 537 females, with a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 140 children aged 0–6 years in Kosi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kosi village has 587 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kosi village is about 56.52%, with male literacy at 70.50% and female literacy at 41.34%.
  • There are around 166 households in Kosi village.

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)
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.

Khalilpur Alias Tikri Mobarakpur Araji Kamgarpur Kamgarpur Chauk Bishun Tongra Birgain Rupnaraenpur Araji Teta Alias Pokhar Araji Sinduria Araji Birgain

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%.