Kokadkasa - Dhanora, Gadchiroli
Kokadkasa is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 53 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Murgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kokadkasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kokadkasa is 539086. The village covers a total geographical area of 133.29 hectares and falls under the 442606 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Kokadkasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadchiroli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kokadkasa
According to the 2011 Census, Kokadkasa village had a total population of 118 people, including 60 males and 58 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.00%, with male literacy at 53.19% and female literacy at 43.40%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 118.
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 | 118 | 60 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 13 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 118 | 60 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 25 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 35 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Kokadkasa
Kokadkasa 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 Kokadkasa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kokadkasa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadchiroli to Kokadkasa is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Kokadkasa is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kokadkasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kokadkasa 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 Kokadkasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kokadkasa 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 Kokadkasa
Where is Kokadkasa located?
Kokadkasa village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kokadkasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Kokadkasa is Murgaon.
What is the pincode of Kokadkasa?
The pincode of Kokadkasa is 442606.
What is the population of Kokadkasa?
Kokadkasa had a total population of 118, including 60 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Kokadkasa?
Kokadkasa had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kokadkasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kokadkasa was 48.00%. Male literacy was 53.19% and female literacy was 43.40%.