Kohka - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Kohka is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Kohka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kohka is 502149. The village covers a total geographical area of 608.46 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Kohka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kohka
As per Census 2011, Kohka village has a total population of 1,079 people, consisting of 524 males and 555 females. The village has 245 households and a sex ratio of 1,059 females per 1,000 males. There are 189 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 467 literate and 612 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,036 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kohka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,079 | 524 | 555 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 92 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,036 | 501 | 535 |
| Literate Population | 467 | 261 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 612 | 263 | 349 |
Nearby Villages of Kohka
Kohka 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 Kohka
Public transport in the Kohka is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Anuppur to Kohka is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kohka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kohka 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kohka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kohka 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 Kohka
Where is Kohka located?
Kohka village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kohka?
Kohka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kohka?
The pincode of Kohka is 484881.
What is the population of Kohka?
Kohka has a total population of 1,079, including 524 males and 555 females.
How many households are there in Kohka?
There are 245 households in Kohka.
What is the literacy rate in Kohka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kohka is 43.28%. Male literacy is 49.81% and female literacy is 37.12%.