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
As per Census 2011, Kocha village has a total population of 253 people, consisting of 116 males and 137 females. The village has 54 households and a sex ratio of 1,181 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 152 literate and 101 illiterate residents. Additionally, 253 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kocha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 253 | 116 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| 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 has a total population of 253, including 116 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Kocha?
There are 54 households in Kocha.
What is the literacy rate in Kocha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kocha is 60.08%. Male literacy is 73.28% and female literacy is 48.91%.