Kolanka
Kolanka is a village located in Pithapuram mandal of East Godavari district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Pithapuram (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Kakinada. As per 2009 stats, L N Puram is the gram panchayat of Kolanka village.
Here you can discover what makes Kolanka unique in its vibrant Pithapuram-East Godavari region. You’ll see Kolanka’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 Kolanka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kolanka is 587463. The village spans a total geographical area of 687 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 533450. Pithapuram is nearest town to Kolanka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Kolanka
Population of Kolanka
According to the 2011 Census, Kolanka has a total population of about 4,657, with approximately 2,351 males and 2,306 females. The sex ratio is around 980 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 456 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 505 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.38%, with male literacy at about 57.34% and female literacy near 53.38%. There are around 1,318 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kolanka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,657 | 2,351 | 2,306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 456 | 226 | 230 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 505 | 236 | 269 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,579 | 1,348 | 1,231 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,078 | 1,003 | 1,075 |
Connectivity of Kolanka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kolanka. As per the 2011 stats, Kolanka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kolanka
Knowing the nearby villages of Kolanka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kolanka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kolanka
- Where is Kolanka located?
- Kolanka village is situated in Pithapuram Mandal, within the East Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kolanka?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kolanka is L N Puram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kolanka?
- The pincode of Kolanka is 533450, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kolanka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kolanka is 4,657, with 2,351 males and 2,306 females.
- How many households are there in Kolanka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kolanka village has a total of 1,318 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kolanka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kolanka is 55.38%. The male literacy rate is 57.34%, while the female literacy rate is 53.38%.