Koloo - Baytoo, Barmer
Koloo is a village situated in the Baytoo tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baytoo and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Barmer. Kolu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koloo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koloo is 087002. The village covers a total geographical area of 2010.1 hectares and falls under the 344034 pincode. Baytoo is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Koloo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baytoo Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koloo
As per Census 2011, Koloo village has a total population of 1,681 people, consisting of 904 males and 777 females. The village has 302 households and a sex ratio of 859 females per 1,000 males. There are 345 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 695 literate and 986 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 253 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Koloo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,681 | 904 | 777 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 345 | 179 | 166 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 31 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 253 | 133 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 695 | 491 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 986 | 413 | 573 |
Nearby Villages of Koloo
Koloo 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pabusara | North-West | 2.49 km |
| Dhatarwalon Ka Tala | North-East | 3.17 km |
| Dabliya | North | 3.81 km |
| Morala | South-West | 3.85 km |
| Saiyon Ki Dhani | South-East | 3.94 km |
| Lilasar | South-West | 3.99 km |
| Mandrooponiyon Ki Dhani | East | 4.21 km |
| Narsali Nadi | South | 4.63 km |
| Kishne Ka Tala | West | 4.88 km |
| Umaniyon Daukiyon Ki Dhani | West | 5.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Koloo
Koloo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Baytu, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baytoo to Koloo is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barmer to Koloo is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koloo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koloo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Koloo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koloo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Koloo
Where is Koloo located?
Koloo village is located in Baytoo Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koloo?
The Gram Panchayat of Koloo is Kolu.
What is the pincode of Koloo?
The pincode of Koloo is 344034.
What is the population of Koloo?
Koloo has a total population of 1,681, including 904 males and 777 females.
How many households are there in Koloo?
There are 302 households in Koloo.
What is the literacy rate in Koloo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koloo is 41.34%. Male literacy is 54.31% and female literacy is 26.25%.