Kolaganda
Kolaganda is a village located in Podia tehsil of Malkangiri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Podia (tehsildar office) and 71km away from district headquarter Malkangiri . As per 2009 stats, Kaldapalli is the gram panchayat of Kolaganda village.
Here you can discover what makes Kolaganda unique in its vibrant Podia-Malkangiri region. You’ll see Kolaganda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kolaganda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kolaganda is 431093. The village spans a total geographical area of 1532 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764047. Balimela is nearest town to Kolaganda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 70km away.
Google Map of Kolaganda
Population of Kolaganda
According to the 2011 Census, Kolaganda has a total population of about 1,478, with approximately 744 males and 734 females. The sex ratio is around 986 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 260 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 117 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 803. The overall literacy rate is approximately 27.40%, with male literacy at about 28.90% and female literacy near 25.89%. There are around 325 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kolaganda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Kolaganda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kolaganda. As per the 2011 stats, Kolaganda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kolaganda
Knowing the nearby villages of Kolaganda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kolaganda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kolaganda
- Where is Kolaganda located?
- Kolaganda village is situated in Podia Tehsil, within the Malkangiri district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kolaganda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kolaganda is Kaldapalli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kolaganda?
- The pincode of Kolaganda is 764047, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kolaganda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kolaganda is 1,478, with 744 males and 734 females.
- How many households are there in Kolaganda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kolaganda village has a total of 325 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kolaganda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kolaganda is 27.40%. The male literacy rate is 28.90%, while the female literacy rate is 25.89%.