Kokanda - Thakurmunda, Mayurbhanj
Kokanda is a village situated in the Thakurmunda tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from Mahuldiha and around 117 km from Baripada. Champajhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kokanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kokanda is 391295. The village covers a total geographical area of 221 hectares and falls under the 757038 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Kokanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karanjia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kokanda
According to the 2011 Census, Kokanda village had a total population of 396 people, including 195 males and 201 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.73%, with male literacy at 58.62% and female literacy at 29.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 389.
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 | 396 | 195 | 201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 50 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 389 | 191 | 198 |
| Literate Population | 129 | 85 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 110 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Kokanda
Kokanda 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 Kokanda
Kokanda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Karanjia to Kokanda is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Kokanda is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kokanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kokanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kokanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kokanda 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kokanda
Where is Kokanda located?
Kokanda village is located in Thakurmunda Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kokanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kokanda is Champajhar.
What is the pincode of Kokanda?
The pincode of Kokanda is 757038.
What is the population of Kokanda?
Kokanda had a total population of 396, including 195 males and 201 females.
How many households are there in Kokanda?
Kokanda had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kokanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kokanda was 43.73%. Male literacy was 58.62% and female literacy was 29.33%.