Koliwada - Santalpur, Patan
Koliwada is a village situated in the Santalpur taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Santalpur and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Koliwada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koliwada is 508638. The village covers a total geographical area of 1688.02 hectares and falls under the 385340 pincode. Radhanpur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Koliwada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankrej Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koliwada
As per Census 2011, Koliwada village has a total population of 2,812 people, consisting of 1,439 males and 1,373 females. The village has 506 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 424 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,522 literate and 1,290 illiterate residents. Additionally, 569 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Koliwada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,812 | 1,439 | 1,373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 424 | 222 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 569 | 293 | 276 |
| Literate Population | 1,522 | 938 | 584 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,290 | 501 | 789 |
Nearby Villages of Koliwada
Koliwada 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 Koliwada
Koliwada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Koliwada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Radhanpur to Koliwada is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Koliwada is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koliwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koliwada 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Koliwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koliwada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Koliwada
Where is Koliwada located?
Koliwada village is located in Santalpur Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koliwada?
Koliwada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Koliwada?
The pincode of Koliwada is 385340.
What is the population of Koliwada?
Koliwada has a total population of 2,812, including 1,439 males and 1,373 females.
How many households are there in Koliwada?
There are 506 households in Koliwada.
What is the literacy rate in Koliwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koliwada is 54.13%. Male literacy is 65.18% and female literacy is 42.53%.