Kolagunda
Kolagunda is a village located in Arsikere taluka of Hassan district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Arsikere (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Hassan. As per 2009 stats, Kolagunda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kolagunda unique in its vibrant Arsikere-Hassan region. You’ll see Kolagunda’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 Kolagunda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kolagunda is 615488. The village spans a total geographical area of 464.33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 573125. Arsikere is nearest town to Kolagunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kolagunda 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 Belur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hassan Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kolagunda
Population of Kolagunda
According to the 2011 Census, Kolagunda has a total population of about 1,731, with approximately 880 males and 851 females. The sex ratio is around 967 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 114 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 361 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.70%, with male literacy at about 84.89% and female literacy near 64.16%. There are around 470 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kolagunda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,731 | 880 | 851 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 55 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 361 | 176 | 185 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,293 | 747 | 546 |
| Illiterate Population | 438 | 133 | 305 |
Connectivity of Kolagunda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kolagunda. As per the 2011 stats, Kolagunda 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kolagunda
Knowing the nearby villages of Kolagunda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kolagunda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kolagunda
- Where is Kolagunda located?
- Kolagunda village is situated in Arsikere Taluka, within the Hassan district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kolagunda?
- Kolagunda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kolagunda?
- The pincode of Kolagunda is 573125, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kolagunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kolagunda is 1,731, with 880 males and 851 females.
- How many households are there in Kolagunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kolagunda village has a total of 470 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kolagunda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kolagunda is 74.70%. The male literacy rate is 84.89%, while the female literacy rate is 64.16%.