Koilijhar - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Koilijhar is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Chandiposh and around 140 km from Sundargarh. Darjing serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koilijhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koilijhar is 384684. The village covers a total geographical area of 168 hectares and falls under the 770040 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Koilijhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koilijhar
According to the 2011 Census, Koilijhar village had a total population of 312 people, including 153 males and 159 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 1,039 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.81%, with male literacy at 67.44% and female literacy at 44.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 80, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 189.
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 | 312 | 153 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 24 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 189 | 95 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 144 | 87 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 66 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Koilijhar
Koilijhar 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 Koilijhar
Public transport in the Koilijhar 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 Raurkela to Koilijhar is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Koilijhar is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koilijhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koilijhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Koilijhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koilijhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Koilijhar
Where is Koilijhar located?
Koilijhar village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Koilijhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Koilijhar is Darjing.
What is the pincode of Koilijhar?
The pincode of Koilijhar is 770040.
What is the population of Koilijhar?
Koilijhar had a total population of 312, including 153 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Koilijhar?
Koilijhar had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koilijhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koilijhar was 55.81%. Male literacy was 67.44% and female literacy was 44.19%.