Kalola - Badnawar, Dhar
Kalola is a village situated in the Badnawar tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badnawar and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Semalya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalola is 474455. The village covers a total geographical area of 289.82 hectares and falls under the 454665 pincode. Badnawar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kalola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kalola
As per Census 2011, Kalola village has a total population of 714 people, consisting of 359 males and 355 females. The village has 140 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 401 literate and 313 illiterate residents. Additionally, 78 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 282 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 714 | 359 | 355 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 62 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 37 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 282 | 140 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 401 | 242 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 313 | 117 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Kalola
Kalola is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bamakhedi | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Borali | North-East | 1.91 km |
| Ratanpura | South-West | 2.11 km |
| Semaliya | South | 2.26 km |
| Chho Kalan | South-East | 2.41 km |
| Bakhatgarh | North-West | 3.00 km |
| Saktali | North | 3.09 km |
| Bukdawada Khedi | East | 3.38 km |
| Pipaliya | West | 3.81 km |
| Reshamgara | West | 4.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalola
Kalola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Runija, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badnawar to Kalola is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Kalola is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalola 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 Kalola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kalola
Where is Kalola located?
Kalola village is located in Badnawar Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalola?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalola is Semalya.
What is the pincode of Kalola?
The pincode of Kalola is 454665.
What is the population of Kalola?
Kalola has a total population of 714, including 359 males and 355 females.
How many households are there in Kalola?
There are 140 households in Kalola.
What is the literacy rate in Kalola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalola is 56.16%. Male literacy is 67.41% and female literacy is 44.79%.