Koman - Bandgaon, West Singhbhum
Koman is a village situated in the Bandgaon subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 14 km from Bandgaon and around 70 km from Chaibasa. Meromgutu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koman village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koman is 377113. The village covers a total geographical area of 106 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode. Ranchi is the nearest town.
Koman 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 Koman
According to the 2011 Census, Koman village had a total population of 97 people, including 49 males and 48 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.97%, with male literacy at 81.82% and female literacy at 36.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 97.
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 | 97 | 49 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 97 | 49 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 27 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 22 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Koman
Koman 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kaika | North-West | 1.19 km |
| Kita | West | 1.29 km |
| Kerabasa | South | 1.59 km |
| Jikilata | North | 2.07 km |
| Birda | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Solegundi | West | 2.60 km |
| Gundui | South-West | 2.62 km |
| Karu | South | 2.77 km |
| Kontari | East | 2.96 km |
| Barjo | West | 3.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Koman
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Koman. The nearest railway station is Sonua, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Koman is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koman village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Koman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koman 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 Koman
Where is Koman located?
Koman village is located in Bandgaon Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koman?
The Gram Panchayat of Koman is Meromgutu.
What is the pincode of Koman?
The pincode of Koman is 833201.
What is the population of Koman?
Koman had a total population of 97, including 49 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Koman?
Koman had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koman was 57.97%. Male literacy was 81.82% and female literacy was 36.11%.