Koilari - Lundra, Surguja
Koilari is a village situated in the Lundra tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lundra and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Koilari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koilari is 433344. The village covers a total geographical area of 423 hectares and falls under the 497101 pincode. Rajpur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Koilari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lundra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koilari
As per Census 2011, Koilari village has a total population of 813 people, consisting of 398 males and 415 females. The village has 191 households and a sex ratio of 1,042 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 393 literate and 420 illiterate residents. Additionally, 43 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 710 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Koilari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 813 | 398 | 415 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 54 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 18 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 710 | 348 | 362 |
| Literate Population | 393 | 221 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 420 | 177 | 243 |
Nearby Villages of Koilari
Koilari is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gagoli | North-West | 1.97 km |
| Chalgali | South-East | 2.07 km |
| Chitarpur | East | 2.24 km |
| Kakni | North-West | 2.67 km |
| Ghaghari | West | 2.95 km |
| Kirkima | South-East | 3.08 km |
| Gujarwar | South-West | 3.42 km |
| Pasena | South | 3.60 km |
| Sahanpur | West | 3.71 km |
| Nawdiha | North-West | 3.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Koilari
Public transport in the Koilari is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 118.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajpur to Koilari is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Koilari is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koilari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koilari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Koilari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koilari 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 Koilari
Where is Koilari located?
Koilari village is located in Lundra Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koilari?
Koilari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Koilari?
The pincode of Koilari is 497101.
What is the population of Koilari?
Koilari has a total population of 813, including 398 males and 415 females.
How many households are there in Koilari?
There are 191 households in Koilari.
What is the literacy rate in Koilari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koilari is 48.34%. Male literacy is 55.53% and female literacy is 41.45%.