Koja - Dhorimanna, Balotra
Koja is a village situated in the Dhorimanna tehsil of Balotra district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 46 km from Gudha Malani and around 87 km from Barmer. Koja village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koja is 087752. The village covers a total geographical area of 1481 hectares and falls under the 344704 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 87 km away.
Koja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gudhamalani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koja
As per Census 2011, Koja village has a total population of 2,078 people, consisting of 1,070 males and 1,008 females. The village has 386 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 343 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,192 literate and 886 illiterate residents. Additionally, 97 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Koja are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,078 | 1,070 | 1,008 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 343 | 181 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 57 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 1,192 | 752 | 440 |
| Illiterate Population | 886 | 318 | 568 |
Nearby Villages of Koja
Koja 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 Koja
Koja is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Barmer to Koja is about 87 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koja village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Koja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Koja
Where is Koja located?
Koja village is located in Dhorimanna Tehsil, Balotra district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koja?
Koja is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Koja?
The pincode of Koja is 344704.
What is the population of Koja?
Koja has a total population of 2,078, including 1,070 males and 1,008 females.
How many households are there in Koja?
There are 386 households in Koja.
What is the literacy rate in Koja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koja is 57.36%. Male literacy is 70.28% and female literacy is 43.65%.