Koilari - Boriguma, Koraput
Koilari is a village situated in the Boriguma tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boriguma and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Malda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koilari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koilari is 428227. The village covers a total geographical area of 258 hectares and falls under the 764056 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 27 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 Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koilari
According to the 2011 Census, Koilari village had a total population of 486 people, including 232 males and 254 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 1,095 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.04%, with male literacy at 72.55% and female literacy at 37.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 61, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 90.
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 | 486 | 232 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 28 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 30 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 42 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 224 | 148 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 262 | 84 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Koilari
Koilari is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhatigam | East | 1.75 km |
| Taragan | West | 1.77 km |
| Nandarala | South | 1.94 km |
| Malda | North | 1.98 km |
| Mahuli | North-West | 2.71 km |
| Porli | South-East | 3.25 km |
| Birahandi | South-East | 3.62 km |
| Kamara | East | 3.65 km |
| Bajinikanadi | West | 3.97 km |
| Dudusapalla | South-West | 4.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Koilari
Public transport in the Koilari is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khadapa, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.7 km.
| 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 Sunabeda to Koilari is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Koilari is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Koilari
Where is Koilari located?
Koilari village is located in Boriguma Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Koilari?
The Gram Panchayat of Koilari is Malda.
What is the pincode of Koilari?
The pincode of Koilari is 764056.
What is the population of Koilari?
Koilari had a total population of 486, including 232 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Koilari?
Koilari had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koilari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koilari was 55.04%. Male literacy was 72.55% and female literacy was 37.44%.