Kolad - Kadi, Mahesana
Kolad is a village situated in the Kadi taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kadi and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Kolad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolad is 509705. The village covers a total geographical area of 620.22 hectares and falls under the 384445 pincode. Kadi is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kolad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kolad
According to the 2011 Census, Kolad village had a total population of 1,604 people, including 810 males and 794 females, living in 328 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.63%, with male literacy at 85.88% and female literacy at 71.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 390.
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 | 1,604 | 810 | 794 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 102 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 390 | 209 | 181 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,115 | 608 | 507 |
| Illiterate Population | 489 | 202 | 287 |
Nearby Villages of Kolad
Kolad 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 Kolad
Public transport in the Kolad 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 Kadi to Kolad is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Kolad is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolad 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 Kolad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kolad
Where is Kolad located?
Kolad village is located in Kadi Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolad?
Kolad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kolad?
The pincode of Kolad is 384445.
What is the population of Kolad?
Kolad had a total population of 1,604, including 810 males and 794 females.
How many households are there in Kolad?
Kolad had 328 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kolad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolad was 78.63%. Male literacy was 85.88% and female literacy was 71.41%.