Kolmi - Jaitpur, Shahdol
Kolmi is a village situated in the Jaitpur tehsil of Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaitpur and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Shahdol. Kolmi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolmi is 501648. The village covers a total geographical area of 371.57 hectares and falls under the 484224 pincode. Shahdol is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Kolmi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kolmi
According to the 2011 Census, Kolmi village had a total population of 599 people, including 300 males and 299 females, living in 153 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.89%, with male literacy at 71.10% and female literacy at 54.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 426.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 599 | 300 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 37 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 426 | 208 | 218 |
| Literate Population | 322 | 187 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 277 | 113 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Kolmi
Kolmi 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 Kolmi
Kolmi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahdol to Kolmi is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolmi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolmi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kolmi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolmi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kolmi
Where is Kolmi located?
Kolmi village is located in Jaitpur Tehsil, Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolmi?
Kolmi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kolmi?
The pincode of Kolmi is 484224.
What is the population of Kolmi?
Kolmi had a total population of 599, including 300 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Kolmi?
Kolmi had 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kolmi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolmi was 62.89%. Male literacy was 71.10% and female literacy was 54.22%.