Kolgaon
Kolgaon is a village located in Kukshi tehsil of Dhar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Kukshi (tehsildar office) and 113km away from district headquarter Dhar. As per 2009 stats, Kharajana is the gram panchayat of Kolgaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Kolgaon unique in its vibrant Kukshi-Dhar region. You’ll see Kolgaon’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 Kolgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kolgaon is 475498. The village spans a total geographical area of 597.67 hectares. Kukshi is nearest town to Kolgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Kolgaon
Population of Kolgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kolgaon has a total population of about 966, with approximately 491 males and 475 females. The sex ratio is around 967 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 129 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 78 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 94. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.17%, with male literacy at about 55.40% and female literacy near 42.74%. There are around 178 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kolgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 966 | 491 | 475 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 73 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 37 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 49 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 475 | 272 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 491 | 219 | 272 |
Connectivity of Kolgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kolgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Kolgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kolgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Kolgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kolgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kolgaon
- Where is Kolgaon located?
- Kolgaon village is situated in Kukshi Tehsil, within the Dhar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kolgaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kolgaon is Kharajana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kolgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kolgaon is 966, with 491 males and 475 females.
- How many households are there in Kolgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kolgaon village has a total of 178 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kolgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kolgaon is 49.17%. The male literacy rate is 55.40%, while the female literacy rate is 42.74%.