Golla - Kalyanadurg, Ananthapuramu
Golla is a village situated in the Kalyanadurg mandal of Ananthapuramu district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from Kalyandurg and around 46 km from Anantapur. Golla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golla is 594950. The village covers a total geographical area of 2854 hectares and falls under the 515761 pincode. Rayadurg is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Golla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Golla
As per Census 2011, Golla village has a total population of 3,356 people, consisting of 1,693 males and 1,663 females. The village has 753 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 381 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,711 literate and 1,645 illiterate residents. Additionally, 602 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Golla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,356 | 1,693 | 1,663 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 381 | 192 | 189 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 602 | 282 | 320 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 22 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 1,711 | 995 | 716 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,645 | 698 | 947 |
Nearby Villages of Golla
Golla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gangavaram | North | 4.74 km |
| Kalvapalle | North-East | 5.99 km |
| Mudigal | South-West | 6.13 km |
| Muddinayanapalle | South-East | 6.86 km |
| East Kodipalle | South | 8.57 km |
| Seerpi | North-West | 8.73 km |
| Duddekunta | North | 8.93 km |
| Varli | South | 9.27 km |
| Chapiri | West | 9.84 km |
| Manirevu | East | 10.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Golla
Golla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rayadurg, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayadurg to Golla is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anantapur to Golla is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Golla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golla 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 Golla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Golla
Where is Golla located?
Golla village is located in Kalyanadurg Mandal, Ananthapuramu district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Golla?
Golla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Golla?
The pincode of Golla is 515761.
What is the population of Golla?
Golla has a total population of 3,356, including 1,693 males and 1,663 females.
How many households are there in Golla?
There are 753 households in Golla.
What is the literacy rate in Golla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golla is 50.98%. Male literacy is 58.77% and female literacy is 43.05%.