Kokanga
Kokanga is a village located in Ahmadpur tehsil of Latur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Ahmadpur (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Latur. As per 2009 stats, Kokanga village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kokanga unique in its vibrant Ahmadpur-Latur region. You’ll see Kokanga’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 Kokanga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kokanga is 560375. The village spans a total geographical area of 361 hectares. Ahmadpur is nearest town to Kokanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Kokanga
Population of Kokanga
According to the 2011 Census, Kokanga has a total population of about 1,140, with approximately 613 males and 527 females. The sex ratio is around 859 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 171 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 328 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 16. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.26%, with male literacy at about 69.82% and female literacy near 59.96%. There are around 241 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kokanga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,140 | 613 | 527 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 99 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 328 | 166 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 744 | 428 | 316 |
| Illiterate Population | 396 | 185 | 211 |
Connectivity of Kokanga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kokanga. As per the 2011 stats, Kokanga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kokanga
Knowing the nearby villages of Kokanga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kokanga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kokanga
- Where is Kokanga located?
- Kokanga village is situated in Ahmadpur Tehsil, within the Latur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kokanga?
- Kokanga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kokanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kokanga is 1,140, with 613 males and 527 females.
- How many households are there in Kokanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kokanga village has a total of 241 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kokanga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kokanga is 65.26%. The male literacy rate is 69.82%, while the female literacy rate is 59.96%.