Koligadia - Bhandari Pokhari, Bhadrak
Koligadia is a village situated in the Bhandari Pokhari tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhandari Pokhari and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Bhadrak. Sarsada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koligadia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koligadia is 394546. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 756120 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Koligadia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhandaripokhari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koligadia
According to the 2011 Census, Koligadia village had a total population of 140 people, including 72 males and 68 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.03%, with male literacy at 98.61% and female literacy at 88.71%.
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 | 140 | 72 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 71 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 1 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Koligadia
Koligadia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandrabhanupur | North | 0.83 km |
| Bayabanapur | West | 1.07 km |
| Nentipur | South-East | 1.47 km |
| Jaminibindha | North-West | 1.47 km |
| Kurikana | South | 1.62 km |
| Bhandari Pokhari (dakhinbad) | North-East | 1.77 km |
| Tulasipur | East | 1.99 km |
| Rebo | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Sarasada | East | 2.06 km |
| Surubana | South | 2.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Koligadia
Public transport in the Koligadia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Manjuri Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Bhadrak to Koligadia is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhadrak to Koligadia is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koligadia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koligadia 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Koligadia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koligadia 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Koligadia
Where is Koligadia located?
Koligadia village is located in Bhandari Pokhari Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koligadia?
The Gram Panchayat of Koligadia is Sarsada.
What is the pincode of Koligadia?
The pincode of Koligadia is 756120.
What is the population of Koligadia?
Koligadia had a total population of 140, including 72 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Koligadia?
Koligadia had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koligadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koligadia was 94.03%. Male literacy was 98.61% and female literacy was 88.71%.