Kolambi - Naigaon (Khairgaon), Nanded
Kolambi is a village situated in the Naigaon (Khairgaon) tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naigaon (khairgaon) and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Kolambi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolambi is 545169. The village covers a total geographical area of 1496 hectares and falls under the 431722 pincode. Nanded is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Kolambi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Naigaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nanded Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kolambi
According to the 2011 Census, Kolambi village had a total population of 4,376 people, including 2,283 males and 2,093 females, living in 935 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.58%, with male literacy at 86.19% and female literacy at 66.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 856, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 4,376 | 2,283 | 2,093 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 567 | 299 | 268 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 856 | 445 | 411 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 2,917 | 1,710 | 1,207 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,459 | 573 | 886 |
Nearby Villages of Kolambi
Kolambi 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 Kolambi
Kolambi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nanded to Kolambi is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolambi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolambi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kolambi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolambi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kolambi
Where is Kolambi located?
Kolambi village is located in Naigaon (Khairgaon) Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Kolambi?
Kolambi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kolambi?
The pincode of Kolambi is 431722.
What is the population of Kolambi?
Kolambi had a total population of 4,376, including 2,283 males and 2,093 females.
How many households are there in Kolambi?
Kolambi had 935 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kolambi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolambi was 76.58%. Male literacy was 86.19% and female literacy was 66.14%.