Kolava - Dharnidhar, Vav-Tharad
Kolava is a village situated in the Dharnidhar taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from Vav and around 80 km from Palanpur. Kolava village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolava is 507385. The village covers a total geographical area of 910.4 hectares and falls under the 385566 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 0.3 km away.
Kolava village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kolava
According to the 2011 Census, Kolava village had a total population of 1,808 people, including 932 males and 876 females, living in 299 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.19%, with male literacy at 67.61% and female literacy at 39.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 427, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 65.
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 | 1,808 | 932 | 876 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 306 | 151 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 427 | 216 | 211 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 36 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 814 | 528 | 286 |
| Illiterate Population | 994 | 404 | 590 |
Nearby Villages of Kolava
Kolava 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 Kolava
Public transport in the Kolava is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Tharad to Kolava is about 0.3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Kolava is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolava
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolava village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kolava
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolava village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kolava
Where is Kolava located?
Kolava village is located in Dharnidhar Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kolava?
Kolava is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kolava?
The pincode of Kolava is 385566.
What is the population of Kolava?
Kolava had a total population of 1,808, including 932 males and 876 females.
How many households are there in Kolava?
Kolava had 299 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kolava?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolava was 54.19%. Male literacy was 67.61% and female literacy was 39.67%.