Kohka
Kohka is a village located in Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Pushparajgarh (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Anuppur. As per 2009 stats, Kohka village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kohka unique in its vibrant Pushparajgarh-Anuppur region. You’ll see Kohka’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kohka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kohka is 502149. The village spans a total geographical area of 608.46 hectares. Anuppur is nearest town to Kohka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kohka village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shahdol Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kohka
Population of Kohka
According to the 2011 Census, Kohka has a total population of about 1,079, with approximately 524 males and 555 females. The sex ratio is around 1059 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 189 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,036. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.28%, with male literacy at about 49.81% and female literacy near 37.12%. There are around 245 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kohka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,079 | 524 | 555 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 92 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,036 | 501 | 535 |
| Literate Population | 467 | 261 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 612 | 263 | 349 |
Connectivity of Kohka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kohka. As per the 2011 stats, Kohka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kohka
Knowing the nearby villages of Kohka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kohka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kohka
- Where is Kohka located?
- Kohka village is situated in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, within the Anuppur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kohka?
- Kohka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kohka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kohka is 1,079, with 524 males and 555 females.
- How many households are there in Kohka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kohka village has a total of 245 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kohka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kohka is 43.28%. The male literacy rate is 49.81%, while the female literacy rate is 37.12%.