Kolar - Antagarh, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Kolar is a village situated in the Antagarh tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Antagarh and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Kolar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolar is 448076. The village covers a total geographical area of 763.41 hectares and falls under the 494665 pincode. Antagarh is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Kolar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kolar
As per Census 2011, Kolar village has a total population of 1,832 people, consisting of 932 males and 900 females. The village has 370 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 231 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,197 literate and 635 illiterate residents. Additionally, 79 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,512 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kolar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,832 | 932 | 900 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 119 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 40 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,512 | 768 | 744 |
| Literate Population | 1,197 | 706 | 491 |
| Illiterate Population | 635 | 226 | 409 |
Nearby Villages of Kolar
Kolar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Satighat | North-West | 2.65 km |
| Murpal | North-East | 2.66 km |
| Baihasalebhat | South | 2.83 km |
| Talabeda | North-East | 2.85 km |
| Kumhari | South-East | 3.68 km |
| Kosronda | North-West | 3.92 km |
| Mangtasalebhat | North | 3.98 km |
| Chhotejaitpuri | South | 4.56 km |
| Tumapal | North | 5.23 km |
| Tadokee | North | 5.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kolar
Kolar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Antagarh to Kolar is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Kolar is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolar 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 Kolar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kolar
Where is Kolar located?
Kolar village is located in Antagarh Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolar?
Kolar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kolar?
The pincode of Kolar is 494665.
What is the population of Kolar?
Kolar has a total population of 1,832, including 932 males and 900 females.
How many households are there in Kolar?
There are 370 households in Kolar.
What is the literacy rate in Kolar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolar is 65.34%. Male literacy is 75.75% and female literacy is 54.56%.