Kolar - Majra, Sirmaur
Kolar is a village situated in the Majra tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from Nahan. Kolar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolar is 023278. The village covers a total geographical area of 461 hectares and falls under the 173021 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Kolar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nahan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kolar
As per Census 2011, Kolar village has a total population of 2,874 people, consisting of 1,501 males and 1,373 females. The village has 598 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 344 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,171 literate and 703 illiterate residents. Additionally, 413 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kolar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,874 | 1,501 | 1,373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 344 | 188 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 413 | 207 | 206 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,171 | 1,240 | 931 |
| Illiterate Population | 703 | 261 | 442 |
Nearby Villages of Kolar
Kolar 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 Kolar
Kolar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Kolar is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kolar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kolar
Where is Kolar located?
Kolar village is located in Majra Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolar?
Kolar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kolar?
The pincode of Kolar is 173021.
What is the population of Kolar?
Kolar has a total population of 2,874, including 1,501 males and 1,373 females.
How many households are there in Kolar?
There are 598 households in Kolar.
What is the literacy rate in Kolar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolar is 75.54%. Male literacy is 82.61% and female literacy is 67.81%.