Kolathia - Chikiti, Ganjam
Kolathia is a village situated in the Chikiti tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 44 km from Nuagaon and around 62 km from Chatrapur. K.nuagam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kolathia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolathia is 413038. The village covers a total geographical area of 159 hectares and falls under the 761010 pincode. Chikiti is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Kolathia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chikiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kolathia
According to the 2011 Census, Kolathia village had a total population of 1,132 people, including 583 males and 549 females, living in 251 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.47%, with male literacy at 69.13% and female literacy at 45.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 283.
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 | 1,132 | 583 | 549 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 68 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 283 | 140 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 577 | 356 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 555 | 227 | 328 |
Nearby Villages of Kolathia
Kolathia 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 Kolathia
Kolathia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Chikiti to Kolathia is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Kolathia is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolathia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolathia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kolathia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolathia 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 Kolathia
Where is Kolathia located?
Kolathia village is located in Chikiti Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolathia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kolathia is K.nuagam.
What is the pincode of Kolathia?
The pincode of Kolathia is 761010.
What is the population of Kolathia?
Kolathia had a total population of 1,132, including 583 males and 549 females.
How many households are there in Kolathia?
Kolathia had 251 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kolathia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolathia was 57.47%. Male literacy was 69.13% and female literacy was 45.19%.