Kolegam - Jharigan, Nabarangpur
Kolegam is a village situated in the Jharigan tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from Jharigan and around 83 km from Nabarangapur . Kutrichhapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kolegam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolegam is 427527. The village covers a total geographical area of 1206 hectares and falls under the 764076 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Kolegam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharigam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kolegam
As per Census 2011, Kolegam village has a total population of 1,704 people, consisting of 872 males and 832 females. The village has 370 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 300 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 477 literate and 1,227 illiterate residents. Additionally, 183 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 819 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kolegam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kolegam
Kolegam 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 Kolegam
Kolegam 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umarkote to Kolegam is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Kolegam is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolegam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolegam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kolegam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolegam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kolegam
Where is Kolegam located?
Kolegam village is located in Jharigan Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolegam?
The Gram Panchayat of Kolegam is Kutrichhapur.
What is the pincode of Kolegam?
The pincode of Kolegam is 764076.
What is the population of Kolegam?
Kolegam has a total population of 1,704, including 872 males and 832 females.
How many households are there in Kolegam?
There are 370 households in Kolegam.
What is the literacy rate in Kolegam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolegam is 27.99%. Male literacy is 38.07% and female literacy is 17.43%.