Kolaganda - Motu, Malkangiri
Kolaganda is a village situated in the Motu tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Podia and around 71 km from Malkangiri . Kaldapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kolaganda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolaganda is 431093. The village covers a total geographical area of 1532 hectares and falls under the 764087 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Kolaganda 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 Kolaganda
As per Census 2011, Kolaganda village has a total population of 1,478 people, consisting of 744 males and 734 females. The village has 325 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 260 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 405 literate and 1,073 illiterate residents. Additionally, 117 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 803 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kolaganda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,478 | 744 | 734 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 143 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 61 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 803 | 404 | 399 |
| Literate Population | 405 | 215 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,073 | 529 | 544 |
Nearby Villages of Kolaganda
Kolaganda 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 Kolaganda
Kolaganda 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 >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 Balimela to Kolaganda is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Kolaganda is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolaganda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolaganda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kolaganda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolaganda 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kolaganda
Where is Kolaganda located?
Kolaganda village is located in Motu Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolaganda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kolaganda is Kaldapalli.
What is the pincode of Kolaganda?
The pincode of Kolaganda is 764087.
What is the population of Kolaganda?
Kolaganda has a total population of 1,478, including 744 males and 734 females.
How many households are there in Kolaganda?
There are 325 households in Kolaganda.
What is the literacy rate in Kolaganda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolaganda is 27.40%. Male literacy is 28.90% and female literacy is 25.89%.