Koland - Poshina, Sabar Kantha
Koland is a village situated in the Poshina taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 50 km from Khedbrahma and around 100 km from Himatnagar. Ajavas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koland village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koland is 509755. The village covers a total geographical area of 316.22 hectares and falls under the 383422 pincode. Khedbrahma is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Koland village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khedbrahma Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sabarkantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koland
According to the 2011 Census, Koland village had a total population of 1,119 people, including 574 males and 545 females, living in 172 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.98%, with male literacy at 61.52% and female literacy at 41.65%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,115.
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 | 1,119 | 574 | 545 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 309 | 153 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,115 | 573 | 542 |
| Literate Population | 421 | 259 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 698 | 315 | 383 |
Nearby Villages of Koland
Koland 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 Koland
Public transport in the Koland is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Koland.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Khedbrahma to Koland is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Koland is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koland
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koland village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Koland
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koland village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Koland
Where is Koland located?
Koland village is located in Poshina Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koland?
The Gram Panchayat of Koland is Ajavas.
What is the pincode of Koland?
The pincode of Koland is 383422.
What is the population of Koland?
Koland had a total population of 1,119, including 574 males and 545 females.
How many households are there in Koland?
Koland had 172 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koland?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koland was 51.98%. Male literacy was 61.52% and female literacy was 41.65%.