Kolohabahal - Bamara, Sambalpur
Kolohabahal is a village situated in the Bamara tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Govindpur and around 70 km from Sambalpur. Kinabaga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kolohabahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolohabahal is 381298. The village covers a total geographical area of 128 hectares and falls under the 768224 pincode. Rajagangapur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kolohabahal 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 Kolohabahal
According to the 2011 Census, Kolohabahal village had a total population of 224 people, including 103 males and 121 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 1,175 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.00%, with male literacy at 78.95% and female literacy at 52.38%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 196.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 224 | 103 | 121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 8 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 196 | 87 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 130 | 75 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 28 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Kolohabahal
Kolohabahal 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 Kolohabahal
Public transport in the Kolohabahal is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kolohabahal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajagangapur to Kolohabahal is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Kolohabahal is about 70 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 Kolohabahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolohabahal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kolohabahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolohabahal 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 Kolohabahal
Where is Kolohabahal located?
Kolohabahal village is located in Bamara Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolohabahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kolohabahal is Kinabaga.
What is the pincode of Kolohabahal?
The pincode of Kolohabahal is 768224.
What is the population of Kolohabahal?
Kolohabahal had a total population of 224, including 103 males and 121 females.
How many households are there in Kolohabahal?
Kolohabahal had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kolohabahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolohabahal was 65.00%. Male literacy was 78.95% and female literacy was 52.38%.