Gholar - Chikhli, Navsari
Gholar is a village situated in the Chikhli taluka of Navsari district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhli and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Navsari. Gholar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gholar is 523097. The village covers a total geographical area of 760.41 hectares and falls under the 396060 pincode. Chikhli is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Gholar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vansda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gholar
According to the 2011 Census, Gholar village had a total population of 3,329 people, including 1,682 males and 1,647 females, living in 707 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.95%, with male literacy at 86.05% and female literacy at 69.64%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3,252.
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 | 3,329 | 1,682 | 1,647 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 327 | 162 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,252 | 1,647 | 1,605 |
| Literate Population | 2,340 | 1,308 | 1,032 |
| Illiterate Population | 989 | 374 | 615 |
Nearby Villages of Gholar
Gholar 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 Gholar
Gholar 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 Gholar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Chikhli to Gholar is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Navsari to Gholar is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gholar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gholar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gholar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gholar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gholar
Where is Gholar located?
Gholar village is located in Chikhli Taluka, Navsari district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gholar?
Gholar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gholar?
The pincode of Gholar is 396060.
What is the population of Gholar?
Gholar had a total population of 3,329, including 1,682 males and 1,647 females.
How many households are there in Gholar?
Gholar had 707 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gholar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gholar was 77.95%. Male literacy was 86.05% and female literacy was 69.64%.