Kohara - Bansgaon, Gorakhpur
Kohara is a village situated in the Bansgaon tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansgaon and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Banspar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kohara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kohara is 186408. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.71 hectares and falls under the 273016 pincode.
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 Bansgaon Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Kohara
According to the 2011 Census, Kohara village had a total population of 561 people, including 254 males and 307 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 1,209 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.59%, with male literacy at 93.24% and female literacy at 70.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24.
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 | 561 | 254 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 47 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 382 | 193 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 61 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Kohara
Kohara 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 Kohara
Kohara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Gorakhpur to Kohara is about 39 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
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 1-2 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 Bansgaon Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kohara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kohara is Banspar.
What is the pincode of Kohara?
The pincode of Kohara is 273016.
What is the population of Kohara?
Kohara had a total population of 561, including 254 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Kohara?
Kohara had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kohara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kohara was 80.59%. Male literacy was 93.24% and female literacy was 70.79%.