Kolva Goojar - Gangdhar, Jhalawar
Kolva Goojar is a village situated in the Gangdhar tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangdhar and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Ranayra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kolva Goojar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolva Goojar is 105208. The village covers a total geographical area of 392 hectares and falls under the 326515 pincode. Bhawani Mandi is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Kolva Goojar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kolva Goojar
As per Census 2011, Kolva Goojar village has a total population of 779 people, consisting of 389 males and 390 females. The village has 152 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 164 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 251 literate and 528 illiterate residents. Additionally, 560 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kolva Goojar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 779 | 389 | 390 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 81 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 560 | 285 | 275 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 251 | 173 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 528 | 216 | 312 |
Nearby Villages of Kolva Goojar
Kolva Goojar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ralayti | South-West | 1.69 km |
| Karna Kheri | East | 1.70 km |
| Bishniya | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Ghattiya | North-West | 2.17 km |
| Harnawada | North | 2.50 km |
| Ranayra | South-West | 2.82 km |
| Ghenchali | North-East | 2.95 km |
| Jheekariya | West | 3.02 km |
| Piplai | South | 3.34 km |
| Rawatpura | East | 3.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kolva Goojar
Kolva Goojar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chau Mahla, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Bhawani Mandi to Kolva Goojar is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Kolva Goojar is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolva Goojar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolva Goojar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kolva Goojar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolva Goojar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kolva Goojar
Where is Kolva Goojar located?
Kolva Goojar village is located in Gangdhar Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolva Goojar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kolva Goojar is Ranayra.
What is the pincode of Kolva Goojar?
The pincode of Kolva Goojar is 326515.
What is the population of Kolva Goojar?
Kolva Goojar has a total population of 779, including 389 males and 390 females.
How many households are there in Kolva Goojar?
There are 152 households in Kolva Goojar.
What is the literacy rate in Kolva Goojar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolva Goojar is 32.22%. Male literacy is 44.47% and female literacy is 20.00%.