Koimetla - Kalimela, Malkangiri
Koimetla is a village situated in the Kalimela tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalimela and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Koimetla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koimetla is 430987. The village covers a total geographical area of 712 hectares and falls under the 764086 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Koimetla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malkangiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koimetla
According to the 2011 Census, Koimetla village had a total population of 834 people, including 411 males and 423 females, living in 175 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.92%, with male literacy at 73.11% and female literacy at 51.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 753, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 834 | 411 | 423 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 80 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 753 | 370 | 383 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 426 | 242 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 408 | 169 | 239 |
Nearby Villages of Koimetla
Koimetla 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 Koimetla
Koimetla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkangiri to Koimetla is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Koimetla is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koimetla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koimetla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Koimetla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koimetla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Koimetla
Where is Koimetla located?
Koimetla village is located in Kalimela Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Koimetla?
Koimetla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Koimetla?
The pincode of Koimetla is 764086.
What is the population of Koimetla?
Koimetla had a total population of 834, including 411 males and 423 females.
How many households are there in Koimetla?
Koimetla had 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koimetla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koimetla was 61.92%. Male literacy was 73.11% and female literacy was 51.54%.