Koilari - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Koilari is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Kelapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koilari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koilari is 416384. The village covers a total geographical area of 313 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Koilari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koilari
According to the 2011 Census, Koilari village had a total population of 281 people, including 137 males and 144 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.22%, with male literacy at 75.93% and female literacy at 39.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 176.
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 | 281 | 137 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 29 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 176 | 88 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 82 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 55 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Koilari
Koilari 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 Koilari
Public transport in the Koilari is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Koilari is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Koilari is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koilari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koilari 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Koilari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koilari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Koilari
Where is Koilari located?
Koilari village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Koilari?
The Gram Panchayat of Koilari is Kelapada.
What is the pincode of Koilari?
The pincode of Koilari is 762011.
What is the population of Koilari?
Koilari had a total population of 281, including 137 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Koilari?
Koilari had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koilari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koilari was 56.22%. Male literacy was 75.93% and female literacy was 39.20%.