Kolan
Kolan is a village located in Kangan tehsil of Ganderbal district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Kangan (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Gaderbal. As per 2009 stats, Kullan B is the gram panchayat of Kolan village.
Here you can discover what makes Kolan unique in its vibrant Kangan-Ganderbal region. You’ll see Kolan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kolan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kolan is 002921. The village spans a total geographical area of 254.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 191202. Ganderbal is nearest town to Kolan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
Google Map of Kolan
Population of Kolan
According to the 2011 Census, Kolan has a total population of about 2,960, with approximately 1,545 males and 1,415 females. The sex ratio is around 915 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 550 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 842. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.32%, with male literacy at about 53.59% and female literacy near 34.20%. There are around 515 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kolan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,960 | 1,545 | 1,415 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 550 | 294 | 256 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 842 | 436 | 406 |
| Literate Population | 1,312 | 828 | 484 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,648 | 717 | 931 |
Connectivity of Kolan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kolan. As per the 2011 stats, Kolan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kolan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kolan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kolan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kolan
- Where is Kolan located?
- Kolan village is situated in Kangan Tehsil, within the Ganderbal district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kolan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kolan is Kullan B (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kolan?
- The pincode of Kolan is 191202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kolan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kolan is 2,960, with 1,545 males and 1,415 females.
- How many households are there in Kolan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kolan village has a total of 515 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kolan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kolan is 44.32%. The male literacy rate is 53.59%, while the female literacy rate is 34.20%.