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 Mukhiya 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kansowa village had a total population of 493 people, including 241 males and 252 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 1,046 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.12%, with male literacy at 53.55% and female literacy at 24.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 440.
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 | 493 | 241 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 58 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 493, including 241 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Kansowa?
Kansowa had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kansowa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kansowa was 38.12%. Male literacy was 53.55% and female literacy was 24.00%.