Kolsara - Murtijapur, Akola
Kolsara is a village situated in the Murtijapur tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murtijapur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Kolsara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolsara is 530233. The village covers a total geographical area of 327 hectares and falls under the 444106 pincode. Murtijapur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kolsara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akola Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kolsara
As per Census 2011, Kolsara village has a total population of 507 people, consisting of 265 males and 242 females. The village has 138 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 379 literate and 128 illiterate residents. Additionally, 170 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kolsara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 507 | 265 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 86 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 379 | 213 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 52 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Kolsara
Kolsara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lonsana | East | 1.59 km |
| Dapura | West | 1.75 km |
| Pingala | North | 2.18 km |
| Gunjwada | South-West | 2.40 km |
| Shelu Bajar | North-East | 2.76 km |
| Borta | South | 2.83 km |
| Zingala | North-West | 3.01 km |
| Takwada. | South-West | 3.32 km |
| Yendali | North | 3.72 km |
| Shirajda | North-West | 4.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kolsara
Kolsara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mana, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Murtijapur to Kolsara is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Kolsara is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolsara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolsara 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kolsara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolsara 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kolsara
Where is Kolsara located?
Kolsara village is located in Murtijapur Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolsara?
Kolsara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kolsara?
The pincode of Kolsara is 444106.
What is the population of Kolsara?
Kolsara has a total population of 507, including 265 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Kolsara?
There are 138 households in Kolsara.
What is the literacy rate in Kolsara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolsara is 74.75%. Male literacy is 80.38% and female literacy is 68.60%.