Kohka
Kohka is a village located in Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Baihar (tehsildar office) and 71km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Kohka village is also a gram panchayat.
Kohka has its own place in the vibrant Balaghat region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kohka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kohka is 497992. The village spans a total geographical area of 605.73 hectares. Baihar is nearest town to Kohka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km 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 Baihar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balaghat 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
Below is a concise population overview of Kohka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,361 | 680 | 681 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 110 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 26 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 583 | 285 | 298 |
| Literate Population | 800 | 450 | 350 |
| Illiterate Population | 561 | 230 | 331 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kohka village:
- The total population of Kohka village is around 1,361, including approximately 680 males and 681 females, with a sex ratio of 1001 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 211 children aged 0–6 years in Kohka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kohka village has 59 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 583 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kohka village is about 58.78%, with male literacy at 66.18% and female literacy at 51.40%.
- There are around 317 households in Kohka village.
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 village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 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 Baihar Tehsil, within the Balaghat 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 1,361, with 680 males and 681 females.
- How many households are there in Kohka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kohka village has a total of 317 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kohka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kohka is 58.78%. The male literacy rate is 66.18%, while the female literacy rate is 51.40%.