Kosara - Rajatalab, Varanasi
Kosara is a village situated in the Rajatalab tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. Chakrpanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kosara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kosara is 209247. The village covers a total geographical area of 958.65 hectares and falls under the 221307 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town.
Kosara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sevapuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Varanasi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kosara
According to the 2011 Census, Kosara village had a total population of 586 people, including 300 males and 286 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.37%, with male literacy at 83.86% and female literacy at 58.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 187.
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 | 586 | 300 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 46 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 94 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 354 | 213 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 87 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Kosara
Kosara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tatahwapur | South-West | 0.72 km |
| Sheorampur | West | 1.04 km |
| Chakarpanpur | South | 1.14 km |
| Daghariya | West | 1.51 km |
| Tribhuvanpur | North-West | 1.52 km |
| Moglabir | South-West | 1.70 km |
| Byaspur | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Kalyanpur | South | 1.97 km |
| Todarpur | North-West | 2.00 km |
| Rupapur | West | 2.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kosara
Kosara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Nigatpur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Kosara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kosara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kosara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kosara 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kosara
Where is Kosara located?
Kosara village is located in Rajatalab Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kosara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kosara is Chakrpanpur.
What is the pincode of Kosara?
The pincode of Kosara is 221307.
What is the population of Kosara?
Kosara had a total population of 586, including 300 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Kosara?
Kosara had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kosara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kosara was 71.37%. Male literacy was 83.86% and female literacy was 58.26%.