Kokasur - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Kokasur is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 82 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Benagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kokasur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kokasur is 422957. The village covers a total geographical area of 20 hectares and falls under the 766027 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Kokasur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kokasur
As per Census 2011, Kokasur village has a total population of 63 people, consisting of 29 males and 34 females. The village has 15 households and a sex ratio of 1,172 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 63 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kokasur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 63 | 29 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 27 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 29 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Kokasur
Kokasur 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 Kokasur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kokasur.
| 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 Bhawanipatna to Kokasur is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kokasur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kokasur 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kokasur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kokasur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kokasur
Where is Kokasur located?
Kokasur village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kokasur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kokasur is Benagaon.
What is the pincode of Kokasur?
The pincode of Kokasur is 766027.
What is the population of Kokasur?
Kokasur has a total population of 63, including 29 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Kokasur?
There are 15 households in Kokasur.