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 Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Kotsona
According to the 2011 Census, Kotsona village had a total population of 190 people, including 104 males and 86 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 827 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.66%, with male literacy at 52.78% and female literacy at 34.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 156.
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 | 190 | 104 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 32 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 190, including 104 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Kotsona?
Kotsona had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotsona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotsona was 43.66%. Male literacy was 52.78% and female literacy was 34.29%.