Kola

Kola is a village located in Barasat Ii subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 29.2km away from sub-district headquarter Krishnapur. Barasat is the district headquarter of Kola village. As per 2009 stats, Shasan is the gram panchayat of Kola village.

Kola has its own place in the vibrant North Twenty Four Parganas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kola

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kola is 323300. The village spans a total geographical area of 137.44 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743423. Barasat is nearest town to Kola village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kola 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 Haroa Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Basirhat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Kola

Below is a concise population overview of Kola as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,636 853 783
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 206 87 119
Scheduled Castes (SC) 616 318 298
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 173 94 79
Literate Population 939 546 393
Illiterate Population 697 307 390

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kola village:

  • The total population of Kola village is around 1,636, including approximately 853 males and 783 females, with a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 206 children aged 0–6 years in Kola village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kola village has 616 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 173 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kola village is about 57.40%, with male literacy at 64.01% and female literacy at 50.19%.
  • There are around 377 households in Kola village.

Connectivity of Kola

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kola. As per the 2011 stats, Kola had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Kola

Knowing the nearby villages of Kola helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kola.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kola

Where is Kola located?
Kola village is situated in Barasat Ii Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kola?
The Gram Panchayat of Kola is Shasan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kola?
The pincode of Kola is 743423, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kola as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kola is 1,636, with 853 males and 783 females.
How many households are there in Kola as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kola village has a total of 377 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kola as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kola is 57.40%. The male literacy rate is 64.01%, while the female literacy rate is 50.19%.