Kolithad - Gondal, Rajkot
Kolithad is a village situated in the Gondal taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gondal and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Kolithad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolithad is 513206. The village covers a total geographical area of 1742.97 hectares and falls under the 360311 pincode. Gondal is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kolithad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gondal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kolithad
As per Census 2011, Kolithad village has a total population of 3,491 people, consisting of 1,787 males and 1,704 females. The village has 746 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 347 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,403 literate and 1,088 illiterate residents. Additionally, 479 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kolithad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,491 | 1,787 | 1,704 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 347 | 183 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 479 | 253 | 226 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,403 | 1,333 | 1,070 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,088 | 454 | 634 |
Nearby Villages of Kolithad
Kolithad 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 Kolithad
Public transport in the Kolithad is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kolithad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gondal to Kolithad is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Kolithad is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolithad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolithad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kolithad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolithad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kolithad
Where is Kolithad located?
Kolithad village is located in Gondal Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolithad?
Kolithad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kolithad?
The pincode of Kolithad is 360311.
What is the population of Kolithad?
Kolithad has a total population of 3,491, including 1,787 males and 1,704 females.
How many households are there in Kolithad?
There are 746 households in Kolithad.
What is the literacy rate in Kolithad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolithad is 68.83%. Male literacy is 74.59% and female literacy is 62.79%.