Koha - Akot, Akola
Koha is a village situated in the Akot tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 51 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akot and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Koha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koha is 529874. The village covers a total geographical area of 238 hectares and falls under the 444101 pincode. Akot is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Koha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akola Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koha
As per Census 2011, Koha village has a total population of 528 people, consisting of 270 males and 258 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 394 literate and 134 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 316 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Koha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 528 | 270 | 258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 35 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 316 | 145 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 394 | 206 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 64 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Koha
Koha 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 Koha
Public transport in the Koha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Akot to Koha is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Koha is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koha 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Koha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koha 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Koha
Where is Koha located?
Koha village is located in Akot Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koha?
Koha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Koha?
The pincode of Koha is 444101.
What is the population of Koha?
Koha has a total population of 528, including 270 males and 258 females.
How many households are there in Koha?
There are 96 households in Koha.
What is the literacy rate in Koha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koha is 74.62%. Male literacy is 76.30% and female literacy is 72.87%.