Koste

Koste is a village located in Kirnapur tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Kirnapur (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Koste village is also a gram panchayat.

Koste 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 Koste

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Koste is 497849. The village spans a total geographical area of 419.88 hectares. Balaghat is nearest town to Koste village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

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Population of Koste

Below is a concise population overview of Koste as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,973 937 1,036
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 247 126 121
Scheduled Castes (SC) 255 120 135
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 38 16 22
Literate Population 1,247 662 585
Illiterate Population 726 275 451

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Koste village:

  • The total population of Koste village is around 1,973, including approximately 937 males and 1,036 females, with a sex ratio of 1105 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 247 children aged 0–6 years in Koste village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Koste village has 255 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 38 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Koste village is about 63.20%, with male literacy at 70.65% and female literacy at 56.47%.
  • There are around 459 households in Koste village.

Connectivity of Koste

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Koste. As per the 2011 stats, Koste had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Koste

Knowing the nearby villages of Koste helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Koste.

Deogaon Kohka Nakshi Timkitola Paraswada Katangi Murri Rattapayli Budhi Dundaseoni Mohgaon Khurd

Frequently Asked Questions about Koste

Where is Koste located?
Koste village is situated in Kirnapur Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koste?
Koste serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Koste as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Koste is 1,973, with 937 males and 1,036 females.
How many households are there in Koste as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Koste village has a total of 459 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koste as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Koste is 63.20%. The male literacy rate is 70.65%, while the female literacy rate is 56.47%.