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
As per Census 2011, Koilijhar village has a total population of 312 people, consisting of 153 males and 159 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 1,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 144 literate and 168 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 189 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Koilijhar are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 312, including 153 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Koilijhar?
There are 62 households in Koilijhar.
What is the literacy rate in Koilijhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koilijhar is 46.15%. Male literacy is 56.86% and female literacy is 35.85%.