Kolian - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Kolian is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Nangal Bihala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kolian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolian is 031039. The village covers a total geographical area of 33 hectares and falls under the 146108 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Kolian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mukerian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kolian
According to the 2011 Census, Kolian village had a total population of 180 people, including 98 males and 82 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 837 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.24%, with male literacy at 91.03% and female literacy at 85.33%.
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 | 180 | 98 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 20 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 71 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 27 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Kolian
Kolian is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kolian
Kolian is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. Kolian has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Kolian is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolian village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kolian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolian village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kolian
Where is Kolian located?
Kolian village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolian?
The Gram Panchayat of Kolian is Nangal Bihala.
What is the pincode of Kolian?
The pincode of Kolian is 146108.
What is the population of Kolian?
Kolian had a total population of 180, including 98 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Kolian?
Kolian had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kolian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolian was 88.24%. Male literacy was 91.03% and female literacy was 85.33%.