Koluwa - Rahatgarh, Sagar
Koluwa is a village situated in the Rahatgarh tehsil of Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rahatgarh and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Sagar. Kituwa (p) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koluwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koluwa is 460476. The village covers a total geographical area of 178.81 hectares and falls under the 470119 pincode. Rahatgarh is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Koluwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surkhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koluwa
According to the 2011 Census, Koluwa village had a total population of 659 people, including 341 males and 318 females, living in 140 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.43%, with male literacy at 76.27% and female literacy at 66.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 45, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 659 | 341 | 318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 46 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 19 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 405 | 225 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 254 | 116 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Koluwa
Koluwa 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 Koluwa
Koluwa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rahatgarh to Koluwa is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sagar to Koluwa is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koluwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koluwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Koluwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koluwa 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 Koluwa
Where is Koluwa located?
Koluwa village is located in Rahatgarh Tehsil, Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koluwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Koluwa is Kituwa (p).
What is the pincode of Koluwa?
The pincode of Koluwa is 470119.
What is the population of Koluwa?
Koluwa had a total population of 659, including 341 males and 318 females.
How many households are there in Koluwa?
Koluwa had 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koluwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koluwa was 71.43%. Male literacy was 76.27% and female literacy was 66.18%.