Golea - Singhia, Samastipur
Golea is a village situated in the Singhia subdivision of Samastipur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Singhia and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Samastipur. Nirpur Bhararia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Golea village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golea is 237218. The village covers a total geographical area of 95 hectares and falls under the 848209 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Golea village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rosera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Samastipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Golea
As per Census 2011, Golea village has a total population of 1,158 people, consisting of 567 males and 591 females. The village has 234 households and a sex ratio of 1,042 females per 1,000 males. There are 282 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 387 literate and 771 illiterate residents. Additionally, 414 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Golea are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,158 | 567 | 591 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 122 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 414 | 200 | 214 |
| Literate Population | 387 | 230 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 771 | 337 | 434 |
Nearby Villages of Golea
Golea 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pato Bilahi | North | 0.70 km |
| Basudewa | South-West | 0.99 km |
| Patail | North-East | 1.29 km |
| Bharaia Nirpur | South-East | 1.30 km |
| Pararia Bherhar | North-West | 1.62 km |
| Mahra | South-East | 2.55 km |
| Hardia | East | 2.68 km |
| Bari | North | 2.73 km |
| Bishunpur Diha | South | 2.91 km |
| Singhia | West | 3.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Golea
Golea is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Biraul, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Rosera to Golea is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Samastipur to Golea is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Golea
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golea village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Golea
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golea village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Golea
Where is Golea located?
Golea village is located in Singhia Subdivision, Samastipur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Golea?
The Gram Panchayat of Golea is Nirpur Bhararia.
What is the pincode of Golea?
The pincode of Golea is 848209.
What is the population of Golea?
Golea has a total population of 1,158, including 567 males and 591 females.
How many households are there in Golea?
There are 234 households in Golea.
What is the literacy rate in Golea?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golea is 33.42%. Male literacy is 40.56% and female literacy is 26.57%.