Kolkunda
Kolkunda is a village located in Sedam taluka of Gulbarga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Sedam (tehsildar office) and 87km away from district headquarter Gulbarga. As per 2009 stats, Kolkunda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kolkunda unique in its vibrant Sedam-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 620558. The village spans a total geographical area of 2607.29 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 585318. Sedam is nearest town to Kolkunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km 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 Sedam 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 5,176, with approximately 2,587 males and 2,589 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 801 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,404 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 32. The overall literacy rate is approximately 35.09%, with male literacy at about 43.56% and female literacy near 26.61%. There are around 943 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 | 5,176 | 2,587 | 2,589 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 801 | 385 | 416 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,404 | 1,231 | 1,173 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 1,816 | 1,127 | 689 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,360 | 1,460 | 1,900 |
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 village |
| 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 Sedam Taluka, within the Gulbarga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kolkunda?
- Kolkunda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- 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 5,176, with 2,587 males and 2,589 females.
- How many households are there in Kolkunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kolkunda village has a total of 943 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kolkunda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kolkunda is 35.09%. The male literacy rate is 43.56%, while the female literacy rate is 26.61%.