Kolathjodi - Boipariguda, Koraput
Kolathjodi is a village situated in the Boipariguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boipariguda and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Chipakur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kolathjodi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolathjodi is 429352. The village covers a total geographical area of 297 hectares and falls under the 764043 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Kolathjodi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koraput Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Kolathjodi
As per Census 2011, Kolathjodi village has a total population of 456 people, consisting of 215 males and 241 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 1,120 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 49 literate and 407 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 448 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kolathjodi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 456 | 215 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 49 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | - | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 448 | 213 | 235 |
| Literate Population | 49 | 28 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 407 | 187 | 220 |
Nearby Villages of Kolathjodi
Kolathjodi 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 Kolathjodi
Kolathjodi 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Kolathjodi is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Kolathjodi is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolathjodi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolathjodi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kolathjodi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolathjodi 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 Kolathjodi
Where is Kolathjodi located?
Kolathjodi village is located in Boipariguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolathjodi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kolathjodi is Chipakur.
What is the pincode of Kolathjodi?
The pincode of Kolathjodi is 764043.
What is the population of Kolathjodi?
Kolathjodi has a total population of 456, including 215 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Kolathjodi?
There are 103 households in Kolathjodi.
What is the literacy rate in Kolathjodi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolathjodi is 10.75%. Male literacy is 13.02% and female literacy is 8.71%.