Kolara Tukum - Chimur, Chandrapur
Kolara Tukum is a village situated in the Chimur tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chimur and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Kolara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kolara Tukum village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolara Tukum is 540578. The village covers a total geographical area of 119.44 hectares and falls under the 442903 pincode. Warora is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Kolara Tukum village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kolara Tukum
As per Census 2011, Kolara Tukum village has a total population of 1,551 people, consisting of 781 males and 770 females. The village has 403 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 137 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,023 literate and 528 illiterate residents. Additionally, 138 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,046 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kolara Tukum are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,551 | 781 | 770 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 72 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 138 | 69 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,046 | 526 | 520 |
| Literate Population | 1,023 | 573 | 450 |
| Illiterate Population | 528 | 208 | 320 |
Nearby Villages of Kolara Tukum
Kolara Tukum 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tekadi Mandavzari Rith | South | 1.55 km |
| Kolara Rith | North-East | 1.81 km |
| Masal Bk | North-East | 2.27 km |
| Karbada | East | 2.36 km |
| Chak Karbada | South-East | 2.80 km |
| Chaiti Tukum | South-East | 2.91 km |
| Tekepar | North | 3.38 km |
| Bamhangaon | West | 3.63 km |
| Tekadi Subhan Rith | East | 3.96 km |
| Chaiti Rith | South | 4.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kolara Tukum
Kolara Tukum is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sindewahi, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Warora to Kolara Tukum is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Kolara Tukum is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolara Tukum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolara Tukum village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kolara Tukum
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolara Tukum village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kolara Tukum
Where is Kolara Tukum located?
Kolara Tukum village is located in Chimur Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolara Tukum?
The Gram Panchayat of Kolara Tukum is Kolara.
What is the pincode of Kolara Tukum?
The pincode of Kolara Tukum is 442903.
What is the population of Kolara Tukum?
Kolara Tukum has a total population of 1,551, including 781 males and 770 females.
How many households are there in Kolara Tukum?
There are 403 households in Kolara Tukum.
What is the literacy rate in Kolara Tukum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolara Tukum is 65.96%. Male literacy is 73.37% and female literacy is 58.44%.