Kokiwara - Bichhua, Chhindwara
Kokiwara is a village situated in the Bichhua tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhua and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Surrewani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kokiwara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kokiwara is 495430. The village covers a total geographical area of 171.24 hectares and falls under the 480111 pincode. Chhindwara is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Kokiwara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kokiwara
According to the 2011 Census, Kokiwara village had a total population of 260 people, including 141 males and 119 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 844 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.92%, with male literacy at 54.84% and female literacy at 42.06%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 198.
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 | 260 | 141 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 17 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 198 | 106 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 68 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 73 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Kokiwara
Kokiwara is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathar Kala | North-West | 1.14 km |
| Surrewani | North-West | 2.52 km |
| Silota Raitwari | West | 4.94 km |
| Chargaon | North-West | 5.23 km |
| Saliwara Mal. | West | 5.55 km |
| Marajatpur | South-West | 5.88 km |
| Kadaiya No.2 | West | 6.09 km |
| Silota Kala | North-West | 6.14 km |
| Dudhgaon | South-West | 6.31 km |
| Sagar | North-West | 7.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kokiwara
Kokiwara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhimalgondi, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chhindwara to Kokiwara is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kokiwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kokiwara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kokiwara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kokiwara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kokiwara
Where is Kokiwara located?
Kokiwara village is located in Bichhua Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kokiwara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kokiwara is Surrewani.
What is the pincode of Kokiwara?
The pincode of Kokiwara is 480111.
What is the population of Kokiwara?
Kokiwara had a total population of 260, including 141 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Kokiwara?
Kokiwara had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kokiwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kokiwara was 48.92%. Male literacy was 54.84% and female literacy was 42.06%.