Kolharia - Saraiyahat, Dumka
Kolharia is a village situated in the Saraiyahat subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saraiyahat and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Saljora Bandri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kolharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolharia is 369483. The village covers a total geographical area of 144.47 hectares and falls under the 814145 pincode. Devghar is the nearest town.
Kolharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kolharia
As per Census 2011, Kolharia village has a total population of 357 people, consisting of 183 males and 174 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 165 literate and 192 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kolharia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 357 | 183 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 37 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 165 | 107 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 76 | 116 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kolharia. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kolharia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Kolharia is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kolharia
Where is Kolharia located?
Kolharia village is located in Saraiyahat Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kolharia is Saljora Bandri.
What is the pincode of Kolharia?
The pincode of Kolharia is 814145.
What is the population of Kolharia?
Kolharia has a total population of 357, including 183 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Kolharia?
There are 66 households in Kolharia.
What is the literacy rate in Kolharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolharia is 46.22%. Male literacy is 58.47% and female literacy is 33.33%.