Gola - Dhanera, Banas Kantha
Gola is a village situated in the Dhanera taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanera and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Gola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gola is 507616. The village covers a total geographical area of 1293.35 hectares and falls under the 385310 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Gola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gola
As per Census 2011, Gola village has a total population of 3,316 people, consisting of 1,739 males and 1,577 females. The village has 516 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 632 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,377 literate and 1,939 illiterate residents. Additionally, 863 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 753 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,316 | 1,739 | 1,577 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 632 | 343 | 289 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 863 | 446 | 417 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 753 | 405 | 348 |
| Literate Population | 1,377 | 894 | 483 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,939 | 845 | 1,094 |
Nearby Villages of Gola
Gola is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gola
Gola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhanera to Gola is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Gola is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gola
Where is Gola located?
Gola village is located in Dhanera Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gola?
Gola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gola?
The pincode of Gola is 385310.
What is the population of Gola?
Gola has a total population of 3,316, including 1,739 males and 1,577 females.
How many households are there in Gola?
There are 516 households in Gola.
What is the literacy rate in Gola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gola is 41.53%. Male literacy is 51.41% and female literacy is 30.63%.