Kolua - Aron, Guna
Kolua is a village situated in the Aron tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aron and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Hapakhedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kolua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolua is 499742. The village covers a total geographical area of 453 hectares and falls under the 473101 pincode. Aron is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Kolua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raghogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kolua
As per Census 2011, Kolua village has a total population of 755 people, consisting of 405 males and 350 females. The village has 185 households and a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males. There are 124 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 387 literate and 368 illiterate residents. Additionally, 211 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kolua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 755 | 405 | 350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 69 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 211 | 109 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 387 | 259 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 368 | 146 | 222 |
Nearby Villages of Kolua
Kolua 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shah Pipariya | South-West | 1.65 km |
| Biyani | West | 2.32 km |
| Kariya Benet | South-East | 2.34 km |
| Bhentuwa | North-West | 2.58 km |
| Hapa Khedi | South-West | 2.96 km |
| Barodiyo Tumen | North | 3.03 km |
| Kundai Tumen | East | 3.25 km |
| Lalpur | South | 4.07 km |
| Gopalpur | North | 4.18 km |
| Mahu Alampur | South-East | 4.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kolua
Public transport in the Kolua is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Orr, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.5 km.
| 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 Aron to Kolua is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Kolua is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kolua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolua 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 Kolua
Where is Kolua located?
Kolua village is located in Aron Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolua?
The Gram Panchayat of Kolua is Hapakhedi.
What is the pincode of Kolua?
The pincode of Kolua is 473101.
What is the population of Kolua?
Kolua has a total population of 755, including 405 males and 350 females.
How many households are there in Kolua?
There are 185 households in Kolua.
What is the literacy rate in Kolua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolua is 51.26%. Male literacy is 63.95% and female literacy is 36.57%.