Kocchi - Savner, Nagpur
Kocchi is a village situated in the Savner tehsil of Nagpur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Savner and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Nagpur. Kochhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kocchi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kocchi is 535268. The village covers a total geographical area of 540.72 hectares and falls under the 441101 pincode. Khapa is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Kocchi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Savner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramtek Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kocchi
As per Census 2011, Kocchi village has a total population of 1,660 people, consisting of 865 males and 795 females. The village has 390 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 149 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,182 literate and 478 illiterate residents. Additionally, 602 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 150 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kocchi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,660 | 865 | 795 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 85 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 602 | 329 | 273 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 150 | 81 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 1,182 | 658 | 524 |
| Illiterate Population | 478 | 207 | 271 |
Nearby Villages of Kocchi
Kocchi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Nandapur | South-West | 1.90 km |
| Hingna | North-East | 2.25 km |
| Pipla (rithi) | North-West | 2.55 km |
| Badegaon | North | 2.61 km |
| Karajghat | South | 2.69 km |
| Gadegaon | South-West | 3.31 km |
| Khairi (dhalgaon) | North-West | 3.63 km |
| Bawangaon | South-East | 3.71 km |
| Dudhbardi(rithi) | South | 4.11 km |
| Nandori | West | 4.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kocchi
Kocchi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kelod, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khapa to Kocchi is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagpur to Kocchi is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kocchi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kocchi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kocchi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kocchi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kocchi
Where is Kocchi located?
Kocchi village is located in Savner Tehsil, Nagpur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kocchi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kocchi is Kochhi.
What is the pincode of Kocchi?
The pincode of Kocchi is 441101.
What is the population of Kocchi?
Kocchi has a total population of 1,660, including 865 males and 795 females.
How many households are there in Kocchi?
There are 390 households in Kocchi.
What is the literacy rate in Kocchi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kocchi is 71.20%. Male literacy is 76.07% and female literacy is 65.91%.