Kolavan
Kolavan is a village located in Bhudargad tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Gargoti (tehsildar office) and 51km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Kolawan Palewadi is the gram panchayat of Kolavan village.
Here you can discover what makes Kolavan unique in its vibrant Bhudargad-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Kolavan’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 Kolavan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kolavan is 567797. The village spans a total geographical area of 402.09 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416209. Murgud is nearest town to Kolavan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Kolavan
Population of Kolavan
According to the 2011 Census, Kolavan has a total population of about 976, with approximately 502 males and 474 females. The sex ratio is around 944 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 116 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 137 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.03%, with male literacy at about 78.09% and female literacy near 57.38%. There are around 238 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kolavan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 976 | 502 | 474 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 54 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 137 | 69 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 664 | 392 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 312 | 110 | 202 |
Connectivity of Kolavan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kolavan. As per the 2011 stats, Kolavan 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kolavan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kolavan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kolavan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kolavan
- Where is Kolavan located?
- Kolavan village is situated in Bhudargad Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kolavan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kolavan is Kolawan Palewadi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kolavan?
- The pincode of Kolavan is 416209, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kolavan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kolavan is 976, with 502 males and 474 females.
- How many households are there in Kolavan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kolavan village has a total of 238 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kolavan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kolavan is 68.03%. The male literacy rate is 78.09%, while the female literacy rate is 57.38%.