Golanpur - Kadana, Mahisagar
Golanpur is a village situated in the Kadana taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 2 km from Kadana and around 75 km from Godhra. Golanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golanpur is 517947. The village covers a total geographical area of 211.61 hectares and falls under the 389250 pincode. Santrampur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Golanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Golanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Golanpur village had a total population of 1,175 people, including 613 males and 562 females, living in 226 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.36%, with male literacy at 89.64% and female literacy at 58.08%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,174.
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 | 1,175 | 613 | 562 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 92 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,174 | 612 | 562 |
| Literate Population | 751 | 467 | 284 |
| Illiterate Population | 424 | 146 | 278 |
Nearby Villages of Golanpur
Golanpur 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 Golanpur
Public transport in the Golanpur is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Santrampur to Golanpur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Golanpur is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Golanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Golanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golanpur 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 Golanpur
Where is Golanpur located?
Golanpur village is located in Kadana Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Golanpur?
Golanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Golanpur?
The pincode of Golanpur is 389250.
What is the population of Golanpur?
Golanpur had a total population of 1,175, including 613 males and 562 females.
How many households are there in Golanpur?
Golanpur had 226 households.
What is the literacy rate in Golanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golanpur was 74.36%. Male literacy was 89.64% and female literacy was 58.08%.