Kolwan - Ralegaon, Yavatmal
Kolwan is a village situated in the Ralegaon tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ralegaon and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Zargad serves as the Village Panchayat for Kolwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolwan is 543606. The village covers a total geographical area of 301.74 hectares and falls under the 445307 pincode. Yavatmal is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Kolwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ralegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kolwan
According to the 2011 Census, Kolwan village had a total population of 18 people, including 8 males and 10 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 1,250 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.94%, with male literacy at 71.43% and female literacy at 40.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 3 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Kolwan
Kolwan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mandawa | North-West | 1.12 km |
| Soit Ijara | South-East | 1.15 km |
| Warud (j) | South-East | 2.70 km |
| Pimpri Durg | North | 2.81 km |
| Pimpalshenda | South-West | 3.04 km |
| Pimpalkhuti | North-East | 3.47 km |
| Jalka Khand 1 | North-West | 3.56 km |
| Zargad | East | 4.14 km |
| Bukai | South-East | 4.55 km |
| Raveri | North-East | 4.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kolwan
Public transport in the Kolwan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sonegaon, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Yavatmal to Kolwan is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolwan 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kolwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolwan 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 Kolwan
Where is Kolwan located?
Kolwan village is located in Ralegaon Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Kolwan?
The Village Panchayat of Kolwan is Zargad.
What is the pincode of Kolwan?
The pincode of Kolwan is 445307.
What is the population of Kolwan?
Kolwan had a total population of 18, including 8 males and 10 females.
How many households are there in Kolwan?
Kolwan had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kolwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolwan was 52.94%. Male literacy was 71.43% and female literacy was 40.00%.