Kolari - Khategaon, Dewas
Kolari is a village situated in the Khategaon tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khategaon and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Kolari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolari is 474361. The village covers a total geographical area of 1373.51 hectares and falls under the 455115 pincode. Khategaon is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kolari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kolari
As per Census 2011, Kolari village has a total population of 1,954 people, consisting of 1,017 males and 937 females. The village has 350 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 235 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,254 literate and 700 illiterate residents. Additionally, 230 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 94 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kolari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,954 | 1,017 | 937 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 118 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 110 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 43 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 1,254 | 773 | 481 |
| Illiterate Population | 700 | 244 | 456 |
Nearby Villages of Kolari
Kolari 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 Kolari
Kolari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Khategaon to Kolari is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Kolari is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kolari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kolari
Where is Kolari located?
Kolari village is located in Khategaon Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolari?
Kolari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kolari?
The pincode of Kolari is 455115.
What is the population of Kolari?
Kolari has a total population of 1,954, including 1,017 males and 937 females.
How many households are there in Kolari?
There are 350 households in Kolari.
What is the literacy rate in Kolari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolari is 64.18%. Male literacy is 76.01% and female literacy is 51.33%.