Koligadi - Nilagiri, Balasore
Koligadi is a village situated in the Nilagiri tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Nilagiri and around 35 km from Baleshwar. Shyamasundarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koligadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koligadi is 393217. The village covers a total geographical area of 61 hectares and falls under the 756040 pincode. Nilagiri is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Koligadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilgiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koligadi
According to the 2011 Census, Koligadi village had a total population of 852 people, including 451 males and 401 females, living in 188 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.42%, with male literacy at 88.52% and female literacy at 77.62%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 852 | 451 | 401 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 59 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 614 | 347 | 267 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 104 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Koligadi
Koligadi 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 Koligadi
Koligadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Koligadi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nilagiri to Koligadi is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Koligadi is about 35 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 Koligadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koligadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Koligadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koligadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Koligadi
Where is Koligadi located?
Koligadi village is located in Nilagiri Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Koligadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Koligadi is Shyamasundarpur.
What is the pincode of Koligadi?
The pincode of Koligadi is 756040.
What is the population of Koligadi?
Koligadi had a total population of 852, including 451 males and 401 females.
How many households are there in Koligadi?
Koligadi had 188 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koligadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koligadi was 83.42%. Male literacy was 88.52% and female literacy was 77.62%.