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.

Kosi has its own place in the vibrant Gadchiroli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Kosi

Below is a concise population overview of Kosi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kosi village:

  • The total population of Kosi village is around 291, including approximately 138 males and 153 females, with a sex ratio of 1108 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 43 children aged 0–6 years in Kosi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kosi village has 275 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kosi village is about 67.35%, with male literacy at 75.36% and female literacy at 60.13%.
  • There are around 74 households in Kosi village.

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)
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.

Nalikasa Yengalkheda Chichewada Dhusi Masahat Dongargaon Mohagaon Mendha Sonsari Bandhgaon Bortola Sawargaon

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%.