Golana Palla - Lunawada, Mahisagar
Golana Palla is a village situated in the Lunawada taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from Lunawada and around 52 km from Godhra. Golana Palla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golana Palla is 518177. The village covers a total geographical area of 216.92 hectares and falls under the 389230 pincode. Lunawada is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Golana Palla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lunawada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Golana Palla
According to the 2011 Census, Golana Palla village had a total population of 620 people, including 311 males and 309 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.00%, with male literacy at 82.53% and female literacy at 58.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 83, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 275.
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 | 620 | 311 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 42 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 43 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 275 | 138 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 385 | 222 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 89 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Golana Palla
Golana Palla 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 Golana Palla
Golana Palla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Lunawada to Golana Palla is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Golana Palla is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Golana Palla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golana Palla 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 Golana Palla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golana Palla 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 Golana Palla
Where is Golana Palla located?
Golana Palla village is located in Lunawada Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Golana Palla?
Golana Palla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Golana Palla?
The pincode of Golana Palla is 389230.
What is the population of Golana Palla?
Golana Palla had a total population of 620, including 311 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Golana Palla?
Golana Palla had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Golana Palla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golana Palla was 70.00%. Male literacy was 82.53% and female literacy was 58.01%.