Kokna
About Kokna
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kokna village is 497920. Kokna village is located in Kirnapur tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Kirnapur (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Kokna village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 215.97 hectares. Kokna has a total population of 1,356 peoples, out of which male population is 663 while female population is 693. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1045 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kokna village is 71.17% out of which 77.98% males and 64.65% females are literate. There are about 246 houses in kokna village.
When it comes to administration, Kokna village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kokna village comes under Lanji Vidhan Sabha constituency & Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency. Balaghat is nearest town to kokna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 41km away.
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Population of Kokna
The population details of Kokna cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,356 | 663 | 693 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 162 | 77 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 965 | 517 | 448 |
| Illiterate Population | 391 | 146 | 245 |
Connectivity of Kokna
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kokna
Where is Kokna located?
Kokna village is situated in Kirnapur Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kokna?
Kokna serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Kokna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kokna is 1,356, with 663 males and 693 females.
How many households are there in Kokna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kokna village has a total of 246 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kokna as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kokna is 71.17%. The male literacy rate is 77.98%, while the female literacy rate is 64.65%.