Kolamb - Malwan, Sindhudurg
Kolamb is a village situated in the Malwan tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malwan and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Kolamb village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolamb is 566527. The village covers a total geographical area of 178.89 hectares and falls under the 416626 pincode. Malwan is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Kolamb village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kudal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kolamb
As per Census 2011, Kolamb village has a total population of 1,096 people, consisting of 537 males and 559 females. The village has 284 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 943 literate and 153 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kolamb are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,096 | 537 | 559 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 943 | 475 | 468 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 62 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Kolamb
Kolamb 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 Kolamb
Public transport in the Kolamb is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Malwan to Kolamb is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Kolamb is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolamb
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolamb village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kolamb
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolamb village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kolamb
Where is Kolamb located?
Kolamb village is located in Malwan Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolamb?
Kolamb is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kolamb?
The pincode of Kolamb is 416626.
What is the population of Kolamb?
Kolamb has a total population of 1,096, including 537 males and 559 females.
How many households are there in Kolamb?
There are 284 households in Kolamb.
What is the literacy rate in Kolamb?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolamb is 86.04%. Male literacy is 88.45% and female literacy is 83.72%.