Koliyari - Balodabazar, Balodabazar-Bhatapara
Koliyari is a village situated in the Balodabazar tehsil of Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from Baloda Bazar and around 109 km from Raipur. Koliyari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koliyari is 443707. The village covers a total geographical area of 303 hectares and falls under the 493331 pincode. Baloda Bazar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Koliyari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baloda bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koliyari
According to the 2011 Census, Koliyari village had a total population of 1,006 people, including 495 males and 511 females, living in 169 households. The sex ratio was 1,032 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.91%, with male literacy at 81.00% and female literacy at 47.49%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 744.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,006 | 495 | 511 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 74 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 744 | 369 | 375 |
| Literate Population | 549 | 341 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 457 | 154 | 303 |
Nearby Villages of Koliyari
Koliyari 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 Koliyari
Koliyari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baloda Bazar to Koliyari is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Koliyari is about 109 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koliyari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koliyari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Koliyari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koliyari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Koliyari
Where is Koliyari located?
Koliyari village is located in Balodabazar Tehsil, Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koliyari?
Koliyari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Koliyari?
The pincode of Koliyari is 493331.
What is the population of Koliyari?
Koliyari had a total population of 1,006, including 495 males and 511 females.
How many households are there in Koliyari?
Koliyari had 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koliyari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koliyari was 63.91%. Male literacy was 81.00% and female literacy was 47.49%.