Kolha - Gandia, Dhenkanal
Kolha is a village situated in the Gandia tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gandia and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Sorisiapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kolha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolha is 402771. The village covers a total geographical area of 41 hectares and falls under the 759016 pincode. Tangi is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Kolha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhenkanal Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Kolha
According to the 2011 Census, Kolha village had a total population of 186 people, including 91 males and 95 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 1,044 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.20%, with male literacy at 80.56% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 181.
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 | 186 | 91 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 181 | 90 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 58 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 33 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Kolha
Kolha 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 Kolha
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kolha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tangi to Kolha is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Kolha is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kolha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kolha
Where is Kolha located?
Kolha village is located in Gandia Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolha?
The Gram Panchayat of Kolha is Sorisiapada.
What is the pincode of Kolha?
The pincode of Kolha is 759016.
What is the population of Kolha?
Kolha had a total population of 186, including 91 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Kolha?
Kolha had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kolha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolha was 73.20%. Male literacy was 80.56% and female literacy was 66.67%.