Kokorbo - Bandgaon, West Singhbhum
Kokorbo is a village situated in the Bandgaon subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 3 km from Bandgaon and around 81 km from Chaibasa. Sawania serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kokorbo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kokorbo is 377172. The village covers a total geographical area of 69 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode. Chakhardharpur is the nearest town.
Kokorbo 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 Kokorbo
According to the 2011 Census, Kokorbo village had a total population of 56 people, including 33 males and 23 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 697 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.86%, with male literacy at 56.52% and female literacy at 25.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 56.
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 | 56 | 33 | 23 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 10 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 33 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 13 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 20 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Kokorbo
Kokorbo is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Saridiri | North-West | 0.76 km |
| Tirla | North-East | 0.96 km |
| Heremda | South-East | 1.63 km |
| Timda | North-West | 1.64 km |
| Kontari | South-West | 2.05 km |
| Karika | East | 2.08 km |
| Tokad | North-East | 2.33 km |
| Larauli | North-West | 2.76 km |
| Katingkel | East | 2.82 km |
| Murumbura | North | 3.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kokorbo
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kokorbo. The nearest railway station is Sonua, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Kokorbo is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kokorbo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kokorbo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kokorbo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kokorbo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kokorbo
Where is Kokorbo located?
Kokorbo village is located in Bandgaon Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kokorbo?
The Gram Panchayat of Kokorbo is Sawania.
What is the pincode of Kokorbo?
The pincode of Kokorbo is 833201.
What is the population of Kokorbo?
Kokorbo had a total population of 56, including 33 males and 23 females.
How many households are there in Kokorbo?
Kokorbo had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kokorbo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kokorbo was 41.86%. Male literacy was 56.52% and female literacy was 25.00%.