Kohara - Phulpur, Azamgarh
Kohara is a village situated in the Phulpur tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulpur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Kohara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kohara is 194788. The village covers a total geographical area of 440.67 hectares and falls under the 223225 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Kohara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phoolpur pawai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lalganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kohara
As per Census 2011, Kohara village has a total population of 6,089 people, consisting of 2,881 males and 3,208 females. The village has 817 households and a sex ratio of 1,113 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,735 literate and 2,354 illiterate residents. Additionally, 954 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kohara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,089 | 2,881 | 3,208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,107 | 574 | 533 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 954 | 439 | 515 |
| Literate Population | 3,735 | 1,952 | 1,783 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,354 | 929 | 1,425 |
Nearby Villages of Kohara
Kohara is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Maigana | North-East | 1.16 km |
| Narpatpur | South-West | 1.26 km |
| Nausajhia | East | 1.26 km |
| Koni | South | 1.56 km |
| Bag Bahar | North-West | 1.88 km |
| Jafarpur Kathkan | South | 1.88 km |
| Kukuri Pur | South-East | 1.92 km |
| Sher Jahanpur | East | 2.05 km |
| Daniyalpur | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Jafarpur Panditan | South | 2.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kohara
Kohara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Khanja Halt, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Azamgarh to Kohara is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kohara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kohara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kohara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kohara 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kohara
Where is Kohara located?
Kohara village is located in Phulpur Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kohara?
Kohara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kohara?
The pincode of Kohara is 223225.
What is the population of Kohara?
Kohara has a total population of 6,089, including 2,881 males and 3,208 females.
How many households are there in Kohara?
There are 817 households in Kohara.
What is the literacy rate in Kohara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kohara is 61.34%. Male literacy is 67.75% and female literacy is 55.58%.