Kohala - Darwha, Yavatmal
Kohala is a village situated in the Darwha tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darwha and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Kohala village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kohala is 542520. The village covers a total geographical area of 627.19 hectares and falls under the 445202 pincode. Darwha is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Kohala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kohala
According to the 2011 Census, Kohala village had a total population of 1,624 people, including 821 males and 803 females, living in 414 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.88%, with male literacy at 86.83% and female literacy at 70.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,624 | 821 | 803 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 115 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,109 | 613 | 496 |
| Illiterate Population | 515 | 208 | 307 |
Nearby Villages of Kohala
Kohala is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kohala
Kohala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darwha to Kohala is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Kohala is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kohala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kohala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kohala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kohala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kohala
Where is Kohala located?
Kohala village is located in Darwha Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Kohala?
Kohala is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kohala?
The pincode of Kohala is 445202.
What is the population of Kohala?
Kohala had a total population of 1,624, including 821 males and 803 females.
How many households are there in Kohala?
Kohala had 414 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kohala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kohala was 78.88%. Male literacy was 86.83% and female literacy was 70.86%.