Koste

Koste is a village located in Waraseoni tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Waraseoni (tehsildar office) and 19km 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 497418. The village spans a total geographical area of 746.66 hectares. Waraseoni is nearest town to Koste village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km 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 3,394 1,647 1,747
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 385 188 197
Scheduled Castes (SC) 423 208 215
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 253 123 130
Literate Population 2,500 1,317 1,183
Illiterate Population 894 330 564

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

  • The total population of Koste village is around 3,394, including approximately 1,647 males and 1,747 females, with a sex ratio of 1060 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 385 children aged 0–6 years in Koste village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Koste village has 423 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 253 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Koste village is about 73.66%, with male literacy at 79.96% and female literacy at 67.72%.
  • There are around 826 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 village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within <5 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.

Puni Kaspur Maharajpur Dongargaon Mangejhari Sikandra Thanegaon Jhaliwada Bagholi Kauliwada Maheduli

Frequently Asked Questions about Koste

Where is Koste located?
Koste village is situated in Waraseoni 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 3,394, with 1,647 males and 1,747 females.
How many households are there in Koste as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Koste village has a total of 826 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koste as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Koste is 73.66%. The male literacy rate is 79.96%, while the female literacy rate is 67.72%.