Kolathigam
Kolathigam is a village located in Golanthara tehsil of Ganjam district in Odisha, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Golanthara (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Chatrapur. As per 2009 stats, Kolathigam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kolathigam unique in its vibrant Golanthara-Ganjam region. You’ll see Kolathigam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kolathigam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kolathigam is 412664. The village spans a total geographical area of 426 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 760003. Brahmapur is nearest town to Kolathigam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Kolathigam
Population of Kolathigam
According to the 2011 Census, Kolathigam has a total population of about 2,300, with approximately 1,184 males and 1,116 females. The sex ratio is around 942 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 254 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 460 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.22%, with male literacy at about 73.40% and female literacy near 58.60%. There are around 453 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kolathigam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,300 | 1,184 | 1,116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 122 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 460 | 233 | 227 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,523 | 869 | 654 |
| Illiterate Population | 777 | 315 | 462 |
Connectivity of Kolathigam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kolathigam. As per the 2011 stats, Kolathigam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kolathigam
Knowing the nearby villages of Kolathigam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kolathigam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kolathigam
- Where is Kolathigam located?
- Kolathigam village is situated in Golanthara Tehsil, within the Ganjam district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kolathigam?
- Kolathigam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kolathigam?
- The pincode of Kolathigam is 760003, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kolathigam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kolathigam is 2,300, with 1,184 males and 1,116 females.
- How many households are there in Kolathigam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kolathigam village has a total of 453 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kolathigam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kolathigam is 66.22%. The male literacy rate is 73.40%, while the female literacy rate is 58.60%.