Kolegam

Kolegam is a village located in Jharigan tehsil of Nabarangapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Jharigan (tehsildar office) and 83km away from district headquarter Nabarangapur . As per 2009 stats, Kutrichhapur is the gram panchayat of Kolegam village.

Kolegam has its own place in the vibrant Nabarangapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kolegam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kolegam is 427527. The village spans a total geographical area of 1206 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764076. Umarkote is nearest town to Kolegam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.

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Population of Kolegam

Below is a concise population overview of Kolegam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,704 872 832
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 300 141 159
Scheduled Castes (SC) 183 95 88
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 819 401 418
Literate Population 477 332 145
Illiterate Population 1,227 540 687

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kolegam village:

  • The total population of Kolegam village is around 1,704, including approximately 872 males and 832 females, with a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 300 children aged 0–6 years in Kolegam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kolegam village has 183 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 819 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kolegam village is about 27.99%, with male literacy at 38.07% and female literacy at 17.43%.
  • There are around 370 households in Kolegam village.

Connectivity of Kolegam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kolegam. As per the 2011 stats, Kolegam 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 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kolegam

Knowing the nearby villages of Kolegam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kolegam.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kolegam

Where is Kolegam located?
Kolegam village is situated in Jharigan Tehsil, within the Nabarangapur district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolegam?
The Gram Panchayat of Kolegam is Kutrichhapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kolegam?
The pincode of Kolegam is 764076, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kolegam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kolegam is 1,704, with 872 males and 832 females.
How many households are there in Kolegam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kolegam village has a total of 370 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kolegam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kolegam is 27.99%. The male literacy rate is 38.07%, while the female literacy rate is 17.43%.