Golan Sherdi - Khambhalia, Devbhumi Dwarka
Golan Sherdi is a village situated in the Khambhalia taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 21 km from Khambhalia and around 84 km from Jamnagar. Golan Sherdi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golan Sherdi is 513550. The village covers a total geographical area of 654.5 hectares and falls under the 361306 pincode. Khambhalia is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Golan Sherdi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khambhalia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Golan Sherdi
According to the 2011 Census, Golan Sherdi village had a total population of 789 people, including 390 males and 399 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 1,023 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.02%, with male literacy at 69.51% and female literacy at 45.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26.
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 | 789 | 390 | 399 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 62 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 386 | 228 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 403 | 162 | 241 |
Nearby Villages of Golan Sherdi
Golan Sherdi 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 Golan Sherdi
Golan Sherdi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Khambhalia to Golan Sherdi is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Golan Sherdi is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Golan Sherdi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golan Sherdi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Golan Sherdi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golan Sherdi 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Golan Sherdi
Where is Golan Sherdi located?
Golan Sherdi village is located in Khambhalia Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Golan Sherdi?
Golan Sherdi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Golan Sherdi?
The pincode of Golan Sherdi is 361306.
What is the population of Golan Sherdi?
Golan Sherdi had a total population of 789, including 390 males and 399 females.
How many households are there in Golan Sherdi?
Golan Sherdi had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Golan Sherdi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golan Sherdi was 57.02%. Male literacy was 69.51% and female literacy was 45.27%.