Kolgan
Kolgan is a village located in Jujomura tehsil of Sambalpur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 58km away from sub-district headquarter Jujomura (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Sambalpur. As per 2009 stats, Kesapali is the gram panchayat of Kolgan village.
Here you can discover what makes Kolgan unique in its vibrant Jujomura-Sambalpur region. You’ll see Kolgan’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 Kolgan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kolgan is 382182. The village spans a total geographical area of 174 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768105. Sambalpur is nearest town to Kolgan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 48km away.
Google Map of Kolgan
Population of Kolgan
According to the 2011 Census, Kolgan has a total population of about 421, with approximately 214 males and 207 females. The sex ratio is around 967 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 51 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 116 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 95. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.97%, with male literacy at about 78.97% and female literacy near 64.73%. There are around 109 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kolgan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 421 | 214 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 29 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 53 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 95 | 56 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 303 | 169 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 45 | 73 |
Connectivity of Kolgan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kolgan. As per the 2011 stats, Kolgan 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kolgan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kolgan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kolgan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kolgan
- Where is Kolgan located?
- Kolgan village is situated in Jujomura Tehsil, within the Sambalpur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kolgan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kolgan is Kesapali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kolgan?
- The pincode of Kolgan is 768105, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kolgan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kolgan is 421, with 214 males and 207 females.
- How many households are there in Kolgan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kolgan village has a total of 109 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kolgan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kolgan is 71.97%. The male literacy rate is 78.97%, while the female literacy rate is 64.73%.