Kolwan
Kolwan is a village located in Lunawada taluka of Panch Mahals district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Lunawada (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Godhra. As per 2009 stats, Kolwan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kolwan unique in its vibrant Lunawada-Panch Mahals region. You’ll see Kolwan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kolwan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kolwan is 518184. The village spans a total geographical area of 700.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 388270. Lunawada is nearest town to Kolwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Kolwan
Population of Kolwan
According to the 2011 Census, Kolwan has a total population of about 3,353, with approximately 1,742 males and 1,611 females. The sex ratio is around 924 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 559 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 148 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 203. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.25%, with male literacy at about 67.51% and female literacy near 48.23%. There are around 618 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kolwan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,353 | 1,742 | 1,611 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 559 | 284 | 275 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 76 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 203 | 114 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 1,953 | 1,176 | 777 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,400 | 566 | 834 |
Connectivity of Kolwan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kolwan. As per the 2011 stats, Kolwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kolwan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kolwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kolwan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kolwan
- Where is Kolwan located?
- Kolwan village is situated in Lunawada Taluka, within the Panch Mahals district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kolwan?
- Kolwan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kolwan?
- The pincode of Kolwan is 388270, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kolwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kolwan is 3,353, with 1,742 males and 1,611 females.
- How many households are there in Kolwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kolwan village has a total of 618 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kolwan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kolwan is 58.25%. The male literacy rate is 67.51%, while the female literacy rate is 48.23%.