Kolambe
Kolambe is a village located in Sangameshwar tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 55km away from sub-district headquarter Devrukh (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Kolambe village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kolambe unique in its vibrant Sangameshwar-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Kolambe’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 Kolambe
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kolambe is 565761. The village spans a total geographical area of 838 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415637. Ratnagiri is nearest town to Kolambe village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kolambe 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 Chiplun Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kolambe
Population of Kolambe
According to the 2011 Census, Kolambe has a total population of about 1,365, with approximately 740 males and 625 females. The sex ratio is around 844 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 117 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 93 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.82%, with male literacy at about 82.57% and female literacy near 67.84%. There are around 306 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kolambe's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,365 | 740 | 625 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 68 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 62 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,035 | 611 | 424 |
| Illiterate Population | 330 | 129 | 201 |
Connectivity of Kolambe
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kolambe. As per the 2011 stats, Kolambe 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kolambe
Knowing the nearby villages of Kolambe helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kolambe.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kolambe
- Where is Kolambe located?
- Kolambe village is situated in Sangameshwar Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kolambe?
- Kolambe serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kolambe?
- The pincode of Kolambe is 415637, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kolambe as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kolambe is 1,365, with 740 males and 625 females.
- How many households are there in Kolambe as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kolambe village has a total of 306 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kolambe as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kolambe is 75.82%. The male literacy rate is 82.57%, while the female literacy rate is 67.84%.