Kolanda
Kolanda is a village located in Sabang subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Sabang are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kolanda village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Dashgram is the gram panchayat of Kolanda village.
Here you can discover what makes Kolanda unique in its vibrant Sabang-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Kolanda’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 Kolanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kolanda is 342861. The village spans a total geographical area of 87.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721467. Kharagpur is nearest town to Kolanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 44km away.
Google Map of Kolanda
Population of Kolanda
According to the 2011 Census, Kolanda has a total population of about 1,520, with approximately 763 males and 757 females. The sex ratio is around 992 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 200 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 309 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 22. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.80%, with male literacy at about 80.08% and female literacy near 69.48%. There are around 332 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kolanda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,520 | 763 | 757 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 97 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 309 | 150 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,137 | 611 | 526 |
| Illiterate Population | 383 | 152 | 231 |
Connectivity of Kolanda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kolanda. As per the 2011 stats, Kolanda 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kolanda
Knowing the nearby villages of Kolanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kolanda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kolanda
- Where is Kolanda located?
- Kolanda village is situated in Sabang Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kolanda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kolanda is Dashgram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kolanda?
- The pincode of Kolanda is 721467, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kolanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kolanda is 1,520, with 763 males and 757 females.
- How many households are there in Kolanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kolanda village has a total of 332 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kolanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kolanda is 74.80%. The male literacy rate is 80.08%, while the female literacy rate is 69.48%.