Kolwa
Kolwa is a village located in Handiya tehsil of Harda district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Handiya (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Harda. As per 2009 stats, Devtalab is the gram panchayat of Kolwa village.
Here you can discover what makes Kolwa unique in its vibrant Handiya-Harda region. You’ll see Kolwa’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 Kolwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kolwa is 486877. The village spans a total geographical area of 333.75 hectares. Harda is nearest town to Kolwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kolwa
Population of Kolwa
According to the 2011 Census, Kolwa has a total population of about 599, with approximately 314 males and 285 females. The sex ratio is around 907 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 78 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 60 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 256. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.94%, with male literacy at about 74.84% and female literacy near 49.82%. There are around 119 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kolwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 599 | 314 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 37 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 26 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 256 | 140 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 377 | 235 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 222 | 79 | 143 |
Connectivity of Kolwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kolwa. As per the 2011 stats, Kolwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kolwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Kolwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kolwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kolwa
- Where is Kolwa located?
- Kolwa village is situated in Handiya Tehsil, within the Harda district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kolwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kolwa is Devtalab (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kolwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kolwa is 599, with 314 males and 285 females.
- How many households are there in Kolwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kolwa village has a total of 119 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kolwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kolwa is 62.94%. The male literacy rate is 74.84%, while the female literacy rate is 49.82%.