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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Kosara village has a total population of 586 people, consisting of 300 males and 286 females. The village has 95 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 354 literate and 232 illiterate residents. Additionally, 187 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kosara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 586 | 300 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 46 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 94 | 93 |
| 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 has a total population of 586, including 300 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Kosara?
There are 95 households in Kosara.
What is the literacy rate in Kosara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kosara is 60.41%. Male literacy is 71.00% and female literacy is 49.30%.