Kolkha

Kolkha is a village located in Bodh Gaya subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Bodh Gaya (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Jhikatiya is the gram panchayat of Kolkha village.

Kolkha has its own place in the vibrant Gaya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kolkha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kolkha is 256536. The village spans a total geographical area of 176 hectares. Bodh Gaya is nearest town to Kolkha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Kolkha

Below is a concise population overview of Kolkha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,257 644 613
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 226 128 98
Scheduled Castes (SC) 524 265 259
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 658 392 266
Illiterate Population 599 252 347

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kolkha village:

  • The total population of Kolkha village is around 1,257, including approximately 644 males and 613 females, with a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 226 children aged 0–6 years in Kolkha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kolkha village has 524 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kolkha village is about 52.35%, with male literacy at 60.87% and female literacy at 43.39%.
  • There are around 202 households in Kolkha village.

Connectivity of Kolkha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kolkha. As per the 2011 stats, Kolkha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kolkha

Knowing the nearby villages of Kolkha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kolkha.

Bela Dih Khap Bairi Chak Jhikatiya Kubri Dhanawan Panrariya Niskha Mobarakpur Sirisani Chak Sahnu

Frequently Asked Questions about Kolkha

Where is Kolkha located?
Kolkha village is situated in Bodh Gaya Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolkha?
The Gram Panchayat of Kolkha is Jhikatiya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Kolkha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kolkha is 1,257, with 644 males and 613 females.
How many households are there in Kolkha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kolkha village has a total of 202 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kolkha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kolkha is 52.35%. The male literacy rate is 60.87%, while the female literacy rate is 43.39%.