Koylapur - Danta, Banas Kantha
Koylapur is a village situated in the Danta taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Danta and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Solsanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koylapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koylapur is 507994. The village covers a total geographical area of 285.48 hectares and falls under the 385120 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Koylapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koylapur
According to the 2011 Census, Koylapur village had a total population of 649 people, including 344 males and 305 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.51%, with male literacy at 70.79% and female literacy at 37.94%.
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 | 649 | 344 | 305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 53 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 302 | 206 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 138 | 209 |
Nearby Villages of Koylapur
Koylapur 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 Koylapur
Koylapur 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 Palanpur to Koylapur is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koylapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koylapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Koylapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koylapur 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Koylapur
Where is Koylapur located?
Koylapur village is located in Danta Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Koylapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Koylapur is Solsanda.
What is the pincode of Koylapur?
The pincode of Koylapur is 385120.
What is the population of Koylapur?
Koylapur had a total population of 649, including 344 males and 305 females.
How many households are there in Koylapur?
Koylapur had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koylapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koylapur was 55.51%. Male literacy was 70.79% and female literacy was 37.94%.