Kholbilunga - Bamara, Sambalpur
Kholbilunga is a village situated in the Bamara tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from Mahulpalli and around 135 km from Sambalpur. Lariapali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kholbilunga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kholbilunga is 381352. The village covers a total geographical area of 508 hectares and falls under the 768228 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Kholbilunga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kholbilunga
As per Census 2011, Kholbilunga village has a total population of 823 people, consisting of 415 males and 408 females. The village has 208 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 523 literate and 300 illiterate residents. Additionally, 49 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 534 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kholbilunga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 823 | 415 | 408 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 43 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 28 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 534 | 269 | 265 |
| Literate Population | 523 | 319 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 300 | 96 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Kholbilunga
Kholbilunga 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 Kholbilunga
Kholbilunga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kochinda to Kholbilunga is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Kholbilunga is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kholbilunga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kholbilunga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kholbilunga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kholbilunga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kholbilunga
Where is Kholbilunga located?
Kholbilunga village is located in Bamara Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kholbilunga?
The Gram Panchayat of Kholbilunga is Lariapali.
What is the pincode of Kholbilunga?
The pincode of Kholbilunga is 768228.
What is the population of Kholbilunga?
Kholbilunga has a total population of 823, including 415 males and 408 females.
How many households are there in Kholbilunga?
There are 208 households in Kholbilunga.
What is the literacy rate in Kholbilunga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kholbilunga is 63.55%. Male literacy is 76.87% and female literacy is 50.00%.