Kolaras - Maksoodangarh, Guna
Kolaras is a village situated in the Maksoodangarh tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maksudangarh and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Kolaras village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolaras is 499436. The village covers a total geographical area of 678 hectares and falls under the 473287 pincode. Biaora is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Kolaras 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 Kolaras
As per Census 2011, Kolaras village has a total population of 1,303 people, consisting of 676 males and 627 females. The village has 262 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 239 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 595 literate and 708 illiterate residents. Additionally, 232 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 866 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kolaras are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,303 | 676 | 627 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 239 | 118 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 232 | 124 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 866 | 441 | 425 |
| Literate Population | 595 | 391 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 708 | 285 | 423 |
Nearby Villages of Kolaras
Kolaras 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 Kolaras
Kolaras is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Biaora to Kolaras is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Kolaras is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolaras
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolaras 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 Kolaras
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolaras 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 Kolaras
Where is Kolaras located?
Kolaras village is located in Maksoodangarh Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolaras?
Kolaras is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kolaras?
The pincode of Kolaras is 473287.
What is the population of Kolaras?
Kolaras has a total population of 1,303, including 676 males and 627 females.
How many households are there in Kolaras?
There are 262 households in Kolaras.
What is the literacy rate in Kolaras?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolaras is 45.66%. Male literacy is 57.84% and female literacy is 32.54%.