Kosa - Joshimath, Chamoli
Kosa is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 117 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Kosha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kosa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kosa is 040896. The village covers a total geographical area of 824.03 hectares and falls under the 246443 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Kosa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kosa
As per Census 2011, Kosa village has a total population of 302 people, consisting of 153 males and 149 females. The village has 71 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 167 literate and 135 illiterate residents. Additionally, 202 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kosa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 302 | 153 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 202 | 103 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 167 | 103 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 50 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Kosa
Kosa is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kosa
Kosa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Joshimath to Kosa is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Kosa is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kosa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kosa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kosa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kosa 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 Kosa
Where is Kosa located?
Kosa village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kosa?
The Gram Panchayat of Kosa is Kosha.
What is the pincode of Kosa?
The pincode of Kosa is 246443.
What is the population of Kosa?
Kosa has a total population of 302, including 153 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Kosa?
There are 71 households in Kosa.
What is the literacy rate in Kosa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kosa is 55.30%. Male literacy is 67.32% and female literacy is 42.95%.