Kolaguda - Jeypore, Koraput
Kolaguda is a village situated in the Jeypore tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jeypore and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Gadapadara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kolaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolaguda is 429055. The village covers a total geographical area of 155 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Kolaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jeypore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kolaguda
As per Census 2011, Kolaguda village has a total population of 595 people, consisting of 291 males and 304 females. The village has 135 households and a sex ratio of 1,044 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 284 literate and 311 illiterate residents. Additionally, 273 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 114 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kolaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 595 | 291 | 304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 51 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 273 | 126 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 114 | 58 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 284 | 175 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 311 | 116 | 195 |
Nearby Villages of Kolaguda
Kolaguda 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 Kolaguda
Public transport in the Kolaguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kolaguda.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Kolaguda is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Kolaguda is about 29 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 Kolaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kolaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kolaguda
Where is Kolaguda located?
Kolaguda village is located in Jeypore Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kolaguda is Gadapadara.
What is the pincode of Kolaguda?
The pincode of Kolaguda is 764002.
What is the population of Kolaguda?
Kolaguda has a total population of 595, including 291 males and 304 females.
How many households are there in Kolaguda?
There are 135 households in Kolaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Kolaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolaguda is 47.73%. Male literacy is 60.14% and female literacy is 35.86%.