Kolua - Chachaura, Guna
Kolua is a village situated in the Chachaura tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chachaura and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Kolua village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolua is 499887. The village covers a total geographical area of 297 hectares and falls under the 473115 pincode. Chachaura-binaganj is the nearest town, located about 16 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 Chachoura 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 692 people, consisting of 355 males and 337 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 319 literate and 373 illiterate residents. Additionally, 264 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kolua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 692 | 355 | 337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 60 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 264 | 141 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 319 | 206 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 373 | 149 | 224 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bilkheda | North-West | 1.22 km |
| Nawalpura | South-East | 1.24 km |
| Dameti | South-West | 2.03 km |
| Chopan Khurd | West | 2.42 km |
| Badpura | North | 2.69 km |
| Ram Singhpura Kalan | South | 3.00 km |
| Ghata Khedi | North | 3.30 km |
| Nal Kheda | South-West | 3.34 km |
| Bapchalahariya | South | 4.06 km |
| Harichha | South | 4.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kolua
Kolua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ramri, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chachaura-binaganj to Kolua is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 5-10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kolua
Where is Kolua located?
Kolua village is located in Chachaura Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolua?
Kolua is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kolua?
The pincode of Kolua is 473115.
What is the population of Kolua?
Kolua has a total population of 692, including 355 males and 337 females.
How many households are there in Kolua?
There are 126 households in Kolua.
What is the literacy rate in Kolua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolua is 46.10%. Male literacy is 58.03% and female literacy is 33.53%.