Kolian - Haveli, Poonch
Kolian is a village situated in the Haveli tehsil of Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 17 km from Haveli and around 17 km from Punch. Bachianwali serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Kolian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolian is 001136. The village covers a total geographical area of 134 hectares and falls under the 185121 pincode. Punch is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Kolian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kolian
According to the 2011 Census, Kolian village had a total population of 721 people, including 380 males and 341 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.29%, with male literacy at 80.25% and female literacy at 57.24%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 123.
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 | 721 | 380 | 341 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 61 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 123 | 59 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 422 | 256 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 299 | 124 | 175 |
Nearby Villages of Kolian
Kolian 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 Kolian
Public transport in the Kolian is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Punch to Kolian is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolian village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kolian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolian 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kolian
Where is Kolian located?
Kolian village is located in Haveli Tehsil, Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Kolian?
The Halqa Panchayat of Kolian is Bachianwali.
What is the pincode of Kolian?
The pincode of Kolian is 185121.
What is the population of Kolian?
Kolian had a total population of 721, including 380 males and 341 females.
How many households are there in Kolian?
Kolian had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kolian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolian was 69.29%. Male literacy was 80.25% and female literacy was 57.24%.