Kolama - Gadiguda, Adilabad
Kolama is a village situated in the Gadiguda mandal of Adilabad district, Telangana. It is located approximately 20 km from Narnoor and around 70 km from Adilabad. Kolama village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolama is 569226. The village covers a total geographical area of 1324 hectares and falls under the 504311 pincode. Adilabad is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Kolama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kolama
As per Census 2011, Kolama village has a total population of 1,364 people, consisting of 699 males and 665 females. The village has 270 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 192 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 677 literate and 687 illiterate residents. Additionally, 584 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 586 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kolama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,364 | 699 | 665 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 89 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 584 | 280 | 304 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 586 | 311 | 275 |
| Literate Population | 677 | 411 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 687 | 288 | 399 |
Nearby Villages of Kolama
Kolama 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 Kolama
Kolama is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Adilabad to Kolama is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kolama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolama 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 Kolama
Where is Kolama located?
Kolama village is located in Gadiguda Mandal, Adilabad district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolama?
Kolama is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kolama?
The pincode of Kolama is 504311.
What is the population of Kolama?
Kolama has a total population of 1,364, including 699 males and 665 females.
How many households are there in Kolama?
There are 270 households in Kolama.
What is the literacy rate in Kolama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolama is 49.63%. Male literacy is 58.80% and female literacy is 40.00%.