Golay - Abdasa, Kachchh
Golay is a village situated in the Abdasa taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 57 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naliya and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Ber Moti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Golay village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golay is 507059. The village covers a total geographical area of 2377.28 hectares and falls under the 370655 pincode. Bhuj is the nearest town, located about 135 km away.
Golay village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Golay
According to the 2011 Census, Golay village had a total population of 642 people, including 316 males and 326 females, living in 149 households. The sex ratio was 1,032 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.35%, with male literacy at 57.48% and female literacy at 29.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 642 | 316 | 326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 62 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 225 | 146 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 417 | 170 | 247 |
Nearby Villages of Golay
Golay 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 Golay
Golay 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 Bhuj to Golay is about 135 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Golay
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golay 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 Golay
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golay 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 Golay
Where is Golay located?
Golay village is located in Abdasa Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Golay?
The Gram Panchayat of Golay is Ber Moti.
What is the pincode of Golay?
The pincode of Golay is 370655.
What is the population of Golay?
Golay had a total population of 642, including 316 males and 326 females.
How many households are there in Golay?
Golay had 149 households.
What is the literacy rate in Golay?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golay was 43.35%. Male literacy was 57.48% and female literacy was 29.81%.