Koi - Kankadahad, Dhenkanal
Koi is a village situated in the Kankadahad tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kankadahad and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Balikuma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koi is 402485. The village covers a total geographical area of 190 hectares and falls under the 759028 pincode. Kamakshyanagar is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Koi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parjanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koi
As per Census 2011, Koi village has a total population of 603 people, consisting of 291 males and 312 females. The village has 117 households and a sex ratio of 1,072 females per 1,000 males. There are 128 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 274 literate and 329 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 376 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Koi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 603 | 291 | 312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 56 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 376 | 174 | 202 |
| Literate Population | 274 | 166 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 329 | 125 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Koi
Koi 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 Koi
Koi 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kamakshyanagar to Koi is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Koi is about 53 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 Koi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Koi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Koi
Where is Koi located?
Koi village is located in Kankadahad Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koi?
The Gram Panchayat of Koi is Balikuma.
What is the pincode of Koi?
The pincode of Koi is 759028.
What is the population of Koi?
Koi has a total population of 603, including 291 males and 312 females.
How many households are there in Koi?
There are 117 households in Koi.
What is the literacy rate in Koi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koi is 45.44%. Male literacy is 57.04% and female literacy is 34.62%.