Colony - Mohana, Gajapati
Colony is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 107 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohana and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Sikulipadara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Colony village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Colony is 413837. The village covers a total geographical area of 73 hectares and falls under the 761015 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Colony village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Colony
According to the 2011 Census, Colony village had a total population of 157 people, including 74 males and 83 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,122 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.28%, with male literacy at 75.86% and female literacy at 32.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 155.
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 | 157 | 74 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 155 | 73 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 44 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 30 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Colony
Colony 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 Colony
Colony is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Colony is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Colony is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Colony
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Colony village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Colony
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Colony 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Colony
Where is Colony located?
Colony village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Colony?
The Gram Panchayat of Colony is Sikulipadara.
What is the pincode of Colony?
The pincode of Colony is 761015.
What is the population of Colony?
Colony had a total population of 157, including 74 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Colony?
Colony had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Colony?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Colony was 53.28%. Male literacy was 75.86% and female literacy was 32.81%.