Kohara - Sakaldiha, Chandauli
Kohara is a village situated in the Sakaldiha tehsil of Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakaldiha and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Chandauli. Kohara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kohara is 206992. The village covers a total geographical area of 167.18 hectares and falls under the 232108 pincode. Dhanapur is the nearest town, located about 9 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 Saiyadraja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandauli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kohara
As per Census 2011, Kohara village has a total population of 1,688 people, consisting of 851 males and 837 females. The village has 233 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 249 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,125 literate and 563 illiterate residents. Additionally, 291 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 61 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kohara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,688 | 851 | 837 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 126 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 291 | 148 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 36 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 1,125 | 644 | 481 |
| Illiterate Population | 563 | 207 | 356 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pura Sheta Mishera Ii | West | 1.26 km |
| Pura Jagarnath Mishra | West | 1.32 km |
| Sakarari | South | 1.33 km |
| Sonhuli | East | 1.61 km |
| Medhwa | North-East | 1.73 km |
| Gangwara Nakanwa Medhwa | North | 1.79 km |
| Amadpur | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Bisambhar Chak | West | 1.92 km |
| Gangwara Amadpur | North | 2.03 km |
| Torwan | South-East | 2.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kohara
Public transport in the Kohara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nandganj, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhanapur to Kohara is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chandauli to Kohara is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kohara
Where is Kohara located?
Kohara village is located in Sakaldiha Tehsil, Chandauli 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 232108.
What is the population of Kohara?
Kohara has a total population of 1,688, including 851 males and 837 females.
How many households are there in Kohara?
There are 233 households in Kohara.
What is the literacy rate in Kohara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kohara is 66.65%. Male literacy is 75.68% and female literacy is 57.47%.