Kolvera - Kaprada, Valsad
Kolvera is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Valveri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kolvera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolvera is 523593. The village covers a total geographical area of 404.09 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Kolvera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaprada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kolvera
According to the 2011 Census, Kolvera village had a total population of 1,080 people, including 538 males and 542 females, living in 171 households. The sex ratio was 1,007 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.70%, with male literacy at 45.02% and female literacy at 34.26%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,003.
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 | 1,080 | 538 | 542 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 96 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,003 | 501 | 502 |
| Literate Population | 347 | 199 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 733 | 339 | 394 |
Nearby Villages of Kolvera
Kolvera 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 Kolvera
Public transport in the Kolvera 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 Dharampur to Kolvera is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Kolvera is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolvera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolvera 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kolvera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolvera 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kolvera
Where is Kolvera located?
Kolvera village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kolvera?
The Gram Panchayat of Kolvera is Valveri.
What is the pincode of Kolvera?
The pincode of Kolvera is 396067.
What is the population of Kolvera?
Kolvera had a total population of 1,080, including 538 males and 542 females.
How many households are there in Kolvera?
Kolvera had 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kolvera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolvera was 39.70%. Male literacy was 45.02% and female literacy was 34.26%.