Kotsona - Chakradharpur, West Singhbhum
Kotsona is a village situated in the Chakradharpur subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 26 km from Chakradharpur and around 52 km from Pashchimi Singhbhum. Hoyahatu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotsona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotsona is 377326. The village covers a total geographical area of 171 hectares and falls under the 833102 pincode. Tata is the nearest town.
Kotsona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kotsona
As per Census 2011, Kotsona village has a total population of 190 people, consisting of 104 males and 86 females. The village has 41 households and a sex ratio of 826 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 62 literate and 128 illiterate residents. Additionally, 156 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotsona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 190 | 104 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 32 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 156 | 88 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 38 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 66 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Kotsona
Kotsona 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 Kotsona
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kotsona.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Pashchimi Singhbhum to Kotsona is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotsona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotsona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kotsona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotsona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kotsona
Where is Kotsona located?
Kotsona village is located in Chakradharpur Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotsona?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotsona is Hoyahatu.
What is the pincode of Kotsona?
The pincode of Kotsona is 833102.
What is the population of Kotsona?
Kotsona has a total population of 190, including 104 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Kotsona?
There are 41 households in Kotsona.
What is the literacy rate in Kotsona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotsona is 32.63%. Male literacy is 36.54% and female literacy is 27.91%.