Kolava - Khambhalia, Devbhumi Dwarka
Kolava is a village situated in the Khambhalia taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from Khambhalia and around 75 km from Jamnagar. Kolava village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolava is 513546. The village covers a total geographical area of 2383.9 hectares and falls under the 361306 pincode. Khambhalia is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kolava village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khambhalia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kolava
As per Census 2011, Kolava village has a total population of 2,434 people, consisting of 1,210 males and 1,224 females. The village has 428 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 334 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,313 literate and 1,121 illiterate residents. Additionally, 235 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kolava are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,434 | 1,210 | 1,224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 334 | 162 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 235 | 118 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,313 | 772 | 541 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,121 | 438 | 683 |
Nearby Villages of Kolava
Kolava 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 Kolava
Public transport in the Kolava is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kolava.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Khambhalia to Kolava is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Kolava is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolava
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolava village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kolava
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolava village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kolava
Where is Kolava located?
Kolava village is located in Khambhalia Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolava?
Kolava is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kolava?
The pincode of Kolava is 361306.
What is the population of Kolava?
Kolava has a total population of 2,434, including 1,210 males and 1,224 females.
How many households are there in Kolava?
There are 428 households in Kolava.
What is the literacy rate in Kolava?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolava is 53.94%. Male literacy is 63.80% and female literacy is 44.20%.