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.

Kosa has its own place in the vibrant Chamoli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Kosa

Below is a concise population overview of Kosa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kosa village:

  • The total population of Kosa village is around 302, including approximately 153 males and 149 females, with a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 41 children aged 0–6 years in Kosa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kosa village has 202 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kosa village is about 55.30%, with male literacy at 67.32% and female literacy at 42.95%.
  • There are around 71 households in Kosa village.

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.

Mahargaon Malari Kailashpur Rewal Chak Kurkuti Farkiagaon Jalam Jumma Lamtoli Kaga Laga Dronagiri Garpak Dronagiri

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%.