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
According to the 2011 Census, Gola village had a total population of 3,316 people, including 1,739 males and 1,577 females, living in 516 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.30%, with male literacy at 64.04% and female literacy at 37.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 863, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 753.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 had a total population of 3,316, including 1,739 males and 1,577 females.
How many households are there in Gola?
Gola had 516 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gola was 51.30%. Male literacy was 64.04% and female literacy was 37.50%.