Kolkur
Kolkur is a village located in Jevargi taluka of Gulbarga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Jevargi (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Gulbarga. As per 2009 stats, Kolkur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kolkur unique in its vibrant Jevargi-Gulbarga region. You’ll see Kolkur’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 Kolkur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kolkur is 620759. The village spans a total geographical area of 3252.92 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 585310. Jevargi is nearest town to Kolkur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kolkur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jevargi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kalaburagi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kolkur
Population of Kolkur
According to the 2011 Census, Kolkur has a total population of about 4,020, with approximately 2,060 males and 1,960 females. The sex ratio is around 951 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 656 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 909 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.14%, with male literacy at about 60.39% and female literacy near 41.43%. There are around 655 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kolkur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,020 | 2,060 | 1,960 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 656 | 350 | 306 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 909 | 469 | 440 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,056 | 1,244 | 812 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,964 | 816 | 1,148 |
Connectivity of Kolkur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kolkur. As per the 2011 stats, Kolkur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kolkur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kolkur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kolkur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kolkur
- Where is Kolkur located?
- Kolkur village is situated in Jevargi Taluka, within the Gulbarga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kolkur?
- Kolkur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kolkur?
- The pincode of Kolkur is 585310, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kolkur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kolkur is 4,020, with 2,060 males and 1,960 females.
- How many households are there in Kolkur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kolkur village has a total of 655 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kolkur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kolkur is 51.14%. The male literacy rate is 60.39%, while the female literacy rate is 41.43%.