Kolodohar - Meral (Pipra Kalan), Garhwa
Kolodohar is a village situated in the Meral (Pipra Kalan) subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Meral and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Garhwa. Tisartetuka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kolodohar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolodohar is 347689. The village covers a total geographical area of 119 hectares and falls under the 822133 pincode.
Kolodohar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kolodohar
As per Census 2011, Kolodohar village has a total population of 703 people, consisting of 357 males and 346 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 149 literate and 554 illiterate residents. Additionally, 511 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 43 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kolodohar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 703 | 357 | 346 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 57 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 511 | 259 | 252 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 149 | 95 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 554 | 262 | 292 |
Nearby Villages of Kolodohar
Kolodohar 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 Kolodohar
Public transport in the Kolodohar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Garhwa to Kolodohar is about 18 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 Kolodohar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolodohar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kolodohar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolodohar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kolodohar
Where is Kolodohar located?
Kolodohar village is located in Meral (Pipra Kalan) Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolodohar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kolodohar is Tisartetuka.
What is the pincode of Kolodohar?
The pincode of Kolodohar is 822133.
What is the population of Kolodohar?
Kolodohar has a total population of 703, including 357 males and 346 females.
How many households are there in Kolodohar?
There are 136 households in Kolodohar.
What is the literacy rate in Kolodohar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolodohar is 21.19%. Male literacy is 26.61% and female literacy is 15.61%.