Golrama - Umrala, Bhavnagar
Golrama is a village situated in the Umrala taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umrala and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Golrama village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golrama is 516223. The village covers a total geographical area of 867.84 hectares and falls under the 364230 pincode. Umrala is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Golrama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadhada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Golrama
As per Census 2011, Golrama village has a total population of 1,116 people, consisting of 561 males and 555 females. The village has 232 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 676 literate and 440 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Golrama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,116 | 561 | 555 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 68 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 676 | 392 | 284 |
| Illiterate Population | 440 | 169 | 271 |
Nearby Villages of Golrama
Golrama 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 Golrama
Golrama is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Golrama.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Umrala to Golrama is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Golrama is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Golrama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golrama 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 Golrama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golrama 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 Golrama
Where is Golrama located?
Golrama village is located in Umrala Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Golrama?
Golrama is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Golrama?
The pincode of Golrama is 364230.
What is the population of Golrama?
Golrama has a total population of 1,116, including 561 males and 555 females.
How many households are there in Golrama?
There are 232 households in Golrama.
What is the literacy rate in Golrama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golrama is 60.57%. Male literacy is 69.88% and female literacy is 51.17%.