Kolharia - Masalia, Dumka
Kolharia is a village situated in the Masalia subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Masli and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Kunjbona serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kolharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolharia is 372073. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.94 hectares and falls under the 814119 pincode.
Kolharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Kolharia
According to the 2011 Census, Kolharia village had a total population of 149 people, including 79 males and 70 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.56%, with male literacy at 64.29% and female literacy at 47.54%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 120.
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 | 149 | 79 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 23 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 120 | 60 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 36 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 43 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Kolharia
Kolharia 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 Kolharia
Kolharia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Dumka to Kolharia is about 23 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 Kolharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kolharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolharia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kolharia
Where is Kolharia located?
Kolharia village is located in Masalia Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kolharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kolharia is Kunjbona.
What is the pincode of Kolharia?
The pincode of Kolharia is 814119.
What is the population of Kolharia?
Kolharia had a total population of 149, including 79 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Kolharia?
Kolharia had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kolharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolharia was 55.56%. Male literacy was 64.29% and female literacy was 47.54%.