Kocha - Bandgaon, West Singhbhum
Kocha is a village situated in the Bandgaon subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 33 km from Bandgaon and around 58 km from Chaibasa. Tebo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kocha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kocha is 377158. The village covers a total geographical area of 133.25 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode.
Kocha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chakradharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kocha
According to the 2011 Census, Kocha village had a total population of 253 people, including 116 males and 137 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 1,181 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.37%, with male literacy at 88.54% and female literacy at 55.83%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 253.
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 | 253 | 116 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 253 | 116 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 152 | 85 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 31 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Kocha
Kocha 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 Kocha
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kocha. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kocha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Kocha is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kocha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kocha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kocha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kocha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kocha
Where is Kocha located?
Kocha village is located in Bandgaon Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kocha?
The Gram Panchayat of Kocha is Tebo.
What is the pincode of Kocha?
The pincode of Kocha is 833201.
What is the population of Kocha?
Kocha had a total population of 253, including 116 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Kocha?
Kocha had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kocha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kocha was 70.37%. Male literacy was 88.54% and female literacy was 55.83%.