Kolavali
Kolavali is a village located in Guhagar tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 54km away from sub-district headquarter Guhagar (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Kolavali village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kolavali unique in its vibrant Guhagar-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Kolavali’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 Kolavali
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kolavali is 565468. The village spans a total geographical area of 567.1 hectares. Ratnagiri is nearest town to Kolavali village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kolavali village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Guhagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kolavali
Population of Kolavali
According to the 2011 Census, Kolavali has a total population of about 1,307, with approximately 550 males and 757 females. The sex ratio is around 1376 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 133 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.79%, with male literacy at about 65.27% and female literacy near 45.44%. There are around 349 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kolavali's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,307 | 550 | 757 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 69 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 703 | 359 | 344 |
| Illiterate Population | 604 | 191 | 413 |
Connectivity of Kolavali
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kolavali. As per the 2011 stats, Kolavali 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kolavali
Knowing the nearby villages of Kolavali helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kolavali.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kolavali
- Where is Kolavali located?
- Kolavali village is situated in Guhagar Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kolavali?
- Kolavali serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kolavali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kolavali is 1,307, with 550 males and 757 females.
- How many households are there in Kolavali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kolavali village has a total of 349 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kolavali as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kolavali is 53.79%. The male literacy rate is 65.27%, while the female literacy rate is 45.44%.