Kansowa - Goilkera, West Singhbhum
Kansowa is a village situated in the Goilkera subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 21 km from Goilkera and around 81 km from Chaibasa. Arahasa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kansowa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kansowa is 377659. The village covers a total geographical area of 544 hectares and falls under the 833103 pincode. Goilkera is the nearest town.
Kansowa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaganathpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kansowa
As per Census 2011, Kansowa village has a total population of 493 people, consisting of 241 males and 252 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 146 literate and 347 illiterate residents. Additionally, 440 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kansowa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 493 | 241 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 58 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 440 | 217 | 223 |
| Literate Population | 146 | 98 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 143 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Kansowa
Kansowa 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 Kansowa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kansowa. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kansowa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Kansowa 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 Kansowa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kansowa 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 Kansowa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kansowa 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 Kansowa
Where is Kansowa located?
Kansowa village is located in Goilkera Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kansowa?
The Gram Panchayat of Kansowa is Arahasa.
What is the pincode of Kansowa?
The pincode of Kansowa is 833103.
What is the population of Kansowa?
Kansowa has a total population of 493, including 241 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Kansowa?
There are 97 households in Kansowa.
What is the literacy rate in Kansowa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kansowa is 29.61%. Male literacy is 40.66% and female literacy is 19.05%.