Kol Buzurg - Amarpur, Banka
Kol Buzurg is a village situated in the Amarpur subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amarpur and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Kolbujurg serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kol Buzurg village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kol Buzurg is 240592. The village covers a total geographical area of 310 hectares and falls under the 813101 pincode. Amarpur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Kol Buzurg village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Kol Buzurg
According to the 2011 Census, Kol Buzurg village had a total population of 4,576 people, including 2,384 males and 2,192 females, living in 868 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.10%, with male literacy at 74.76% and female literacy at 62.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 428.
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 | 4,576 | 2,384 | 2,192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 880 | 419 | 461 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 428 | 227 | 201 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,554 | 1,469 | 1,085 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,022 | 915 | 1,107 |
Nearby Villages of Kol Buzurg
Kol Buzurg 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 Kol Buzurg
Kol Buzurg is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amarpur to Kol Buzurg is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Kol Buzurg is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kol Buzurg
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kol Buzurg village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kol Buzurg
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kol Buzurg village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kol Buzurg
Where is Kol Buzurg located?
Kol Buzurg village is located in Amarpur Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kol Buzurg?
The Gram Panchayat of Kol Buzurg is Kolbujurg.
What is the pincode of Kol Buzurg?
The pincode of Kol Buzurg is 813101.
What is the population of Kol Buzurg?
Kol Buzurg had a total population of 4,576, including 2,384 males and 2,192 females.
How many households are there in Kol Buzurg?
Kol Buzurg had 868 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kol Buzurg?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kol Buzurg was 69.10%. Male literacy was 74.76% and female literacy was 62.68%.