Kogavan - Kasrawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Kogavan is a village situated in the Kasrawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasrawad and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Sameda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kogavan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kogavan is 477254. The village covers a total geographical area of 380.81 hectares and falls under the 451228 pincode. Kasrawad is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kogavan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kogavan
According to the 2011 Census, Kogavan village had a total population of 930 people, including 462 males and 468 females, living in 210 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.96%, with male literacy at 85.32% and female literacy at 54.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 93, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 20.
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 | 930 | 462 | 468 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 60 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 45 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 552 | 343 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 378 | 119 | 259 |
Nearby Villages of Kogavan
Kogavan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kogavan
Kogavan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kasrawad to Kogavan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Kogavan is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kogavan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kogavan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kogavan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kogavan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kogavan
Where is Kogavan located?
Kogavan village is located in Kasrawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kogavan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kogavan is Sameda.
What is the pincode of Kogavan?
The pincode of Kogavan is 451228.
What is the population of Kogavan?
Kogavan had a total population of 930, including 462 males and 468 females.
How many households are there in Kogavan?
Kogavan had 210 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kogavan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kogavan was 69.96%. Male literacy was 85.32% and female literacy was 54.01%.