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
As per Census 2011, Koilari village has a total population of 486 people, consisting of 232 males and 254 females. The village has 114 households and a sex ratio of 1,094 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 224 literate and 262 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 90 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Koilari are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 486, including 232 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Koilari?
There are 114 households in Koilari.
What is the literacy rate in Koilari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koilari is 46.09%. Male literacy is 63.79% and female literacy is 29.92%.