Koh - Mathura
Koh is a village situated in the Mathura tehsil of Mathura district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from Mathura, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Koh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koh is 124446. The village covers a total geographical area of 1037.71 hectares and falls under the 281301 pincode. Mathura is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Koh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baldev Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mathura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koh
As per Census 2011, Koh village has a total population of 1,914 people, consisting of 1,030 males and 884 females. The village has 334 households and a sex ratio of 858 females per 1,000 males. There are 298 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,050 literate and 864 illiterate residents. Additionally, 256 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Koh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,914 | 1,030 | 884 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 298 | 163 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 256 | 134 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 1,050 | 657 | 393 |
| Illiterate Population | 864 | 373 | 491 |
Nearby Villages of Koh
Koh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Piprauth Murshidpur | South-East | 1.11 km |
| Gokulpur | North | 1.32 km |
| Mirzapur Nagla | North-West | 1.43 km |
| Meghpur | North | 1.90 km |
| Bastai | South | 2.17 km |
| Babrod | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Jodhpur | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Begampur | North-West | 2.48 km |
| Baqalpur Farah | West | 2.66 km |
| Mai | South-East | 2.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Koh
Koh is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kitham, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mathura to Koh is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koh 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 Koh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koh 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Koh
Where is Koh located?
Koh village is located in Mathura Tehsil, Mathura district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koh?
Koh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Koh?
The pincode of Koh is 281301.
What is the population of Koh?
Koh has a total population of 1,914, including 1,030 males and 884 females.
How many households are there in Koh?
There are 334 households in Koh.
What is the literacy rate in Koh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koh is 54.86%. Male literacy is 63.79% and female literacy is 44.46%.