Kosa
Kosa is a village located in Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 50km away from sub-district headquarter Joshimath (tehsildar office) and 117km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Kosha is the gram panchayat of Kosa village.
Here you can discover what makes Kosa unique in its vibrant Joshimath-Chamoli region. You’ll see Kosa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kosa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kosa is 040896. The village spans a total geographical area of 824.03 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246423. Joshimath is nearest town to Kosa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
Google Map of Kosa
Population of Kosa
According to the 2011 Census, Kosa has a total population of about 302, with approximately 153 males and 149 females. The sex ratio is around 973 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 41 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 202. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.30%, with male literacy at about 67.32% and female literacy near 42.95%. There are around 71 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kosa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 302 | 153 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 202 | 103 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 167 | 103 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 50 | 85 |
Connectivity of Kosa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kosa. As per the 2011 stats, Kosa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kosa
Knowing the nearby villages of Kosa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kosa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kosa
- Where is Kosa located?
- Kosa village is situated in Joshimath Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kosa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kosa is Kosha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kosa?
- The pincode of Kosa is 246423, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kosa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kosa is 302, with 153 males and 149 females.
- How many households are there in Kosa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kosa village has a total of 71 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kosa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kosa is 55.30%. The male literacy rate is 67.32%, while the female literacy rate is 42.95%.