Kolathur
Kolathur is a village located in Srinivaspur taluka of Kolar district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Srinivaspur (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Kolar. As per 2009 stats, Kolathur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kolathur unique in its vibrant Srinivaspur-Kolar region. You’ll see Kolathur’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 Kolathur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kolathur is 621733. The village spans a total geographical area of 452.21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 563138. Srinivaspur is nearest town to Kolathur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kolathur 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 Srinivaspur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kolar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kolathur
Population of Kolathur
According to the 2011 Census, Kolathur has a total population of about 1,190, with approximately 603 males and 587 females. The sex ratio is around 973 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 126 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 273 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 205. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.74%, with male literacy at about 78.28% and female literacy near 58.94%. There are around 262 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kolathur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,190 | 603 | 587 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 66 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 273 | 134 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 205 | 107 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 818 | 472 | 346 |
| Illiterate Population | 372 | 131 | 241 |
Connectivity of Kolathur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kolathur. As per the 2011 stats, Kolathur 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kolathur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kolathur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kolathur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kolathur
- Where is Kolathur located?
- Kolathur village is situated in Srinivaspur Taluka, within the Kolar district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kolathur?
- Kolathur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kolathur?
- The pincode of Kolathur is 563138, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kolathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kolathur is 1,190, with 603 males and 587 females.
- How many households are there in Kolathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kolathur village has a total of 262 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kolathur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kolathur is 68.74%. The male literacy rate is 78.28%, while the female literacy rate is 58.94%.