Kosi
Kosi is a village located in Kurkheda tehsil of Gadchiroli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Kurkheda (tehsildar office) and 92km away from district headquarter Gadchiroli. As per 2009 stats, Chinegaon is the gram panchayat of Kosi village.
Here you can discover what makes Kosi unique in its vibrant Kurkheda-Gadchiroli region. You’ll see Kosi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kosi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kosi is 538704. The village spans a total geographical area of 348.88 hectares. Desaiganj is nearest town to Kosi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 41km away.
Google Map of Kosi
Population of Kosi
According to the 2011 Census, Kosi has a total population of about 291, with approximately 138 males and 153 females. The sex ratio is around 1108 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 43 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 275. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.35%, with male literacy at about 75.36% and female literacy near 60.13%. There are around 74 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kosi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 291 | 138 | 153 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 19 | 24 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 275 | 132 | 143 |
Literate Population | 196 | 104 | 92 |
Illiterate Population | 95 | 34 | 61 |
Connectivity of Kosi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kosi. As per the 2011 stats, Kosi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kosi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kosi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kosi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kosi
- Where is Kosi located?
- Kosi village is situated in Kurkheda Tehsil, within the Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kosi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kosi is Chinegaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kosi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kosi is 291, with 138 males and 153 females.
- How many households are there in Kosi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kosi village has a total of 74 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kosi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kosi is 67.35%. The male literacy rate is 75.36%, while the female literacy rate is 60.13%.