Kohla - Bhanpura, Mandsaur
Kohla is a village situated in the Bhanpura tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanpura and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Kohla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kohla is 469045. The village covers a total geographical area of 2687.7 hectares and falls under the 458775 pincode. Bhanpura is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kohla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Garoth Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kohla
As per Census 2011, Kohla village has a total population of 3,245 people, consisting of 1,664 males and 1,581 females. The village has 732 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 486 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,765 literate and 1,480 illiterate residents. Additionally, 229 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kohla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,245 | 1,664 | 1,581 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 486 | 245 | 241 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 229 | 121 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,765 | 1,183 | 582 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,480 | 481 | 999 |
Nearby Villages of Kohla
Kohla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vitthalpura | East | 2.25 km |
| Karanpura | North-East | 2.39 km |
| Pipalda | North | 2.92 km |
| Bilkhedi | South | 3.15 km |
| Barkhedi | South-East | 3.27 km |
| Ralayata | East | 3.58 km |
| Gadiya Umariya | North-East | 3.79 km |
| Kanwali | South | 4.05 km |
| Kailashpur(boozar) | North-East | 4.18 km |
| Sujanpura | North-West | 4.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kohla
Kohla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhawani Mandi, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bhanpura to Kohla is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Kohla is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kohla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kohla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kohla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kohla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kohla
Where is Kohla located?
Kohla village is located in Bhanpura Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kohla?
Kohla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kohla?
The pincode of Kohla is 458775.
What is the population of Kohla?
Kohla has a total population of 3,245, including 1,664 males and 1,581 females.
How many households are there in Kohla?
There are 732 households in Kohla.
What is the literacy rate in Kohla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kohla is 54.39%. Male literacy is 71.09% and female literacy is 36.81%.