Kochi - Ghatanji, Yavatmal
Kochi is a village situated in the Ghatanji tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghatanji and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Kochi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kochi is 543355. The village covers a total geographical area of 544.47 hectares and falls under the 445324 pincode. Ghatanji is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kochi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandrapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kochi
As per Census 2011, Kochi village has a total population of 558 people, consisting of 267 males and 291 females. The village has 155 households and a sex ratio of 1,089 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 425 literate and 133 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 258 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kochi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 558 | 267 | 291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 258 | 116 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 425 | 220 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 47 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Kochi
Kochi 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 Kochi
Kochi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghatanji to Kochi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Kochi is about 42 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 Kochi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kochi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kochi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kochi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kochi
Where is Kochi located?
Kochi village is located in Ghatanji Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kochi?
Kochi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kochi?
The pincode of Kochi is 445324.
What is the population of Kochi?
Kochi has a total population of 558, including 267 males and 291 females.
How many households are there in Kochi?
There are 155 households in Kochi.
What is the literacy rate in Kochi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kochi is 76.16%. Male literacy is 82.40% and female literacy is 70.45%.