Kochiakoili - Khaira, Balasore
Kochiakoili is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from Khaira and around 54 km from Baleshwar. Nayakhandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kochiakoili village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kochiakoili is 393531. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 756048 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kochiakoili village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kochiakoili
According to the 2011 Census, Kochiakoili village had a total population of 347 people, including 175 males and 172 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.00%, with male literacy at 87.42% and female literacy at 74.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 61, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 347 | 175 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 28 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 132 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 43 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Kochiakoili
Kochiakoili 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 Kochiakoili
Kochiakoili is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Kochiakoili is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Kochiakoili is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kochiakoili
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kochiakoili village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kochiakoili
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kochiakoili village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kochiakoili
Where is Kochiakoili located?
Kochiakoili village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kochiakoili?
The Gram Panchayat of Kochiakoili is Nayakhandi.
What is the pincode of Kochiakoili?
The pincode of Kochiakoili is 756048.
What is the population of Kochiakoili?
Kochiakoili had a total population of 347, including 175 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Kochiakoili?
Kochiakoili had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kochiakoili?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kochiakoili was 81.00%. Male literacy was 87.42% and female literacy was 74.50%.