Kolkunda
Kolkunda is a village located in Chitapur taluka of Gulbarga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Chitapur (tehsildar office) and 86km away from district headquarter Gulbarga. As per 2009 stats, Kadbor is the gram panchayat of Kolkunda village.
Here you can discover what makes Kolkunda unique in its vibrant Chitapur-Gulbarga region. You’ll see Kolkunda’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 Kolkunda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kolkunda is 620696. The village spans a total geographical area of 813.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 585318. Wadi is nearest town to Kolkunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kolkunda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chittapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kalaburagi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kolkunda
Population of Kolkunda
According to the 2011 Census, Kolkunda has a total population of about 987, with approximately 491 males and 496 females. The sex ratio is around 1010 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 160 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 297 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.16%, with male literacy at about 52.14% and female literacy near 34.27%. There are around 173 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kolkunda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 987 | 491 | 496 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 84 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 297 | 154 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 426 | 256 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 561 | 235 | 326 |
Connectivity of Kolkunda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kolkunda. As per the 2011 stats, Kolkunda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kolkunda
Knowing the nearby villages of Kolkunda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kolkunda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kolkunda
- Where is Kolkunda located?
- Kolkunda village is situated in Chitapur Taluka, within the Gulbarga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kolkunda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kolkunda is Kadbor (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kolkunda?
- The pincode of Kolkunda is 585318, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kolkunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kolkunda is 987, with 491 males and 496 females.
- How many households are there in Kolkunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kolkunda village has a total of 173 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kolkunda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kolkunda is 43.16%. The male literacy rate is 52.14%, while the female literacy rate is 34.27%.