Kosbad
Kosbad is a village located in Dahanu tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Dahanu (tehsildar office) and 79km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Kainad is the gram panchayat of Kosbad village.
Here you can discover what makes Kosbad unique in its vibrant Dahanu-Thane region. You’ll see Kosbad’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 Kosbad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kosbad is 551596. Dahanu is nearest town to Kosbad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kosbad village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dahanu Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Palghar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kosbad
Population of Kosbad
According to the 2011 Census, Kosbad has a total population of about 4,479, with approximately 2,239 males and 2,240 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 609 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 36 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4,227. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.08%, with male literacy at about 57.12% and female literacy near 45.04%. There are around 835 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kosbad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,479 | 2,239 | 2,240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 609 | 308 | 301 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,227 | 2,127 | 2,100 |
| Literate Population | 2,288 | 1,279 | 1,009 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,191 | 960 | 1,231 |
Connectivity of Kosbad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kosbad. As per the 2011 stats, Kosbad 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kosbad
Knowing the nearby villages of Kosbad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kosbad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kosbad
- Where is Kosbad located?
- Kosbad village is situated in Dahanu Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kosbad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kosbad is Kainad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kosbad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kosbad is 4,479, with 2,239 males and 2,240 females.
- How many households are there in Kosbad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kosbad village has a total of 835 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kosbad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kosbad is 51.08%. The male literacy rate is 57.12%, while the female literacy rate is 45.04%.