Kolam
About Kolam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kolam village is 434762. Kolam village is located in Tamnar tehsil of Raigarh district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Tamnar (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Raigarh. As per 2009 stats, Chitwani is the gram panchayat of Kolam village.
The total geographical area of village is 291.33 hectares. Kolam has a total population of 483 peoples, out of which male population is 254 while female population is 229. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 901 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kolam village is 68.94% out of which 75.59% males and 61.57% females are literate. There are about 101 houses in kolam village. Pincode of kolam village locality is 496197.
When it comes to administration, Kolam village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kolam village comes under Lailundra Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency. Gharghoda is nearest town to kolam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
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Population of Kolam
The population details of Kolam cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 483 | 254 | 229 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 68 | 35 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 84 | 44 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 207 | 108 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 333 | 192 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 62 | 88 |
Connectivity of Kolam
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kolam
Where is Kolam located?
Kolam village is situated in Tamnar Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolam?
The Gram Panchayat of Kolam is Chitwani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kolam?
The pincode of Kolam is 496197, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kolam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kolam is 483, with 254 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in Kolam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kolam village has a total of 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kolam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kolam is 68.94%. The male literacy rate is 75.59%, while the female literacy rate is 61.57%.