Gollav - Godhra, Panch Mahals
Gollav is a village situated in the Godhra taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from Godhra, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Gollav village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gollav is 518635. The village covers a total geographical area of 2441.77 hectares and falls under the 389330 pincode. Devgadbaria is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gollav village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morva hadaf Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gollav
As per Census 2011, Gollav village has a total population of 12,262 people, consisting of 6,172 males and 6,090 females. The village has 1,958 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,049 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,735 literate and 5,527 illiterate residents. Additionally, 321 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,544 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gollav are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,262 | 6,172 | 6,090 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,049 | 1,042 | 1,007 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 321 | 171 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,544 | 781 | 763 |
| Literate Population | 6,735 | 4,183 | 2,552 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,527 | 1,989 | 3,538 |
Nearby Villages of Gollav
Gollav 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 Gollav
Gollav 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 Gollav.
| 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 Devgadbaria to Gollav is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Gollav is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gollav
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gollav village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gollav
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gollav 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 Gollav
Where is Gollav located?
Gollav village is located in Godhra Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gollav?
Gollav is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gollav?
The pincode of Gollav is 389330.
What is the population of Gollav?
Gollav has a total population of 12,262, including 6,172 males and 6,090 females.
How many households are there in Gollav?
There are 1,958 households in Gollav.
What is the literacy rate in Gollav?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gollav is 54.93%. Male literacy is 67.77% and female literacy is 41.90%.