Kosami - Dhanora, Gadchiroli
Kosami is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 49 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Devsur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kosami village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kosami is 538899. The village covers a total geographical area of 665.59 hectares and falls under the 441209 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Kosami village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Armori Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kosami
According to the 2011 Census, Kosami village had a total population of 560 people, including 266 males and 294 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 1,105 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.78%, with male literacy at 75.11% and female literacy at 55.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 444.
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 | 560 | 266 | 294 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 45 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 444 | 213 | 231 |
| Literate Population | 309 | 166 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 251 | 100 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Kosami
Kosami 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 Kosami
Kosami is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Gadchiroli to Kosami is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Kosami is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kosami
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kosami 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 Kosami
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kosami 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 Kosami
Where is Kosami located?
Kosami village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kosami?
The Gram Panchayat of Kosami is Devsur.
What is the pincode of Kosami?
The pincode of Kosami is 441209.
What is the population of Kosami?
Kosami had a total population of 560, including 266 males and 294 females.
How many households are there in Kosami?
Kosami had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kosami?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kosami was 64.78%. Male literacy was 75.11% and female literacy was 55.86%.