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
As per Census 2011, Kolava village has a total population of 1,808 people, consisting of 932 males and 876 females. The village has 299 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 306 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 814 literate and 994 illiterate residents. Additionally, 427 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 65 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kolava are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,808, including 932 males and 876 females.
How many households are there in Kolava?
There are 299 households in Kolava.
What is the literacy rate in Kolava?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolava is 45.02%. Male literacy is 56.65% and female literacy is 32.65%.