Kohyai - Piprai, Ashoknagar
Kohyai is a village situated in the Piprai tehsil of Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from Mungaoli and around 21 km from Ashoknagar. Khujrai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kohyai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kohyai is 500753. The village covers a total geographical area of 179 hectares and falls under the 473440 pincode. Ashok Nagar is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Kohyai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kohyai
According to the 2011 Census, Kohyai village had a total population of 380 people, including 201 males and 179 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.33%, with male literacy at 80.38% and female literacy at 53.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 169, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 380 | 201 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 43 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 87 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 204 | 127 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 74 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Kohyai
Kohyai 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 Kohyai
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kohyai. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Kohyai.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ashok Nagar to Kohyai is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ashoknagar to Kohyai is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kohyai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kohyai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kohyai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kohyai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kohyai
Where is Kohyai located?
Kohyai village is located in Piprai Tehsil, Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kohyai?
The Gram Panchayat of Kohyai is Khujrai.
What is the pincode of Kohyai?
The pincode of Kohyai is 473440.
What is the population of Kohyai?
Kohyai had a total population of 380, including 201 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Kohyai?
Kohyai had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kohyai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kohyai was 67.33%. Male literacy was 80.38% and female literacy was 53.10%.