Kosalia - Dharmasala, Jajpur
Kosalia is a village situated in the Dharmasala tehsil of Jajpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Dharmasala and around 60 km from Jajapur . Haridaspur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kosalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kosalia is 401296. The village covers a total geographical area of 37 hectares and falls under the 755008 pincode. Jajapur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Kosalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmasala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jajpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kosalia
As per Census 2011, Kosalia village has a total population of 596 people, consisting of 280 males and 316 females. The village has 120 households and a sex ratio of 1,128 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 345 literate and 251 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 317 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kosalia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 596 | 280 | 316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 28 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 317 | 148 | 169 |
| Literate Population | 345 | 184 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 251 | 96 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Kosalia
Kosalia 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 Kosalia
Kosalia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Kosalia.
| 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 | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jajapur to Kosalia is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jajapur to Kosalia is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kosalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kosalia 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 km |
Health Facilities in Kosalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kosalia 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kosalia
Where is Kosalia located?
Kosalia village is located in Dharmasala Tehsil, Jajpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kosalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kosalia is Haridaspur.
What is the pincode of Kosalia?
The pincode of Kosalia is 755008.
What is the population of Kosalia?
Kosalia has a total population of 596, including 280 males and 316 females.
How many households are there in Kosalia?
There are 120 households in Kosalia.
What is the literacy rate in Kosalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kosalia is 57.89%. Male literacy is 65.71% and female literacy is 50.95%.