Koleng Village - Darbha, Bastar
Koleng is a village situated in the Darbha tehsil of Bastar district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darbha and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Jagdalpur. Koleng village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koleng is 449624. The village covers a total geographical area of 987.78 hectares and falls under the 494115 pincode. Jagdalpur is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Koleng village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jagdalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koleng
As per Census 2011, Koleng village has a total population of 1,300 people, consisting of 673 males and 627 females. The village has 257 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 256 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 367 literate and 933 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,108 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Koleng are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,300 | 673 | 627 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 126 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,108 | 563 | 545 |
| Literate Population | 367 | 233 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 933 | 440 | 493 |
Nearby Villages of Koleng
Koleng 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 Koleng
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Koleng.
| 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 Jagdalpur to Koleng is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koleng
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koleng village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Koleng
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koleng village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Koleng
Where is Koleng located?
Koleng village is located in Darbha Tehsil, Bastar district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koleng?
Koleng is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Koleng?
The pincode of Koleng is 494115.
What is the population of Koleng?
Koleng has a total population of 1,300, including 673 males and 627 females.
How many households are there in Koleng?
There are 257 households in Koleng.
What is the literacy rate in Koleng?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koleng is 28.23%. Male literacy is 34.62% and female literacy is 21.37%.