Golvada - Idar, Sabar Kantha
Golvada is a village situated in the Idar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Idar and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Golvada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golvada is 510011. The village covers a total geographical area of 1663.04 hectares and falls under the 383434 pincode. Idar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Golvada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Golvada
As per Census 2011, Golvada village has a total population of 5,156 people, consisting of 2,746 males and 2,410 females. The village has 1,085 households and a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males. There are 771 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,919 literate and 2,237 illiterate residents. Additionally, 325 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Golvada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,156 | 2,746 | 2,410 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 771 | 417 | 354 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 325 | 168 | 157 |
| Literate Population | 2,919 | 1,811 | 1,108 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,237 | 935 | 1,302 |
Nearby Villages of Golvada
Golvada 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 Golvada
Golvada 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 Golvada.
| 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 Idar to Golvada is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Golvada 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 Golvada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golvada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Golvada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golvada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Golvada
Where is Golvada located?
Golvada village is located in Idar Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Golvada?
Golvada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Golvada?
The pincode of Golvada is 383434.
What is the population of Golvada?
Golvada has a total population of 5,156, including 2,746 males and 2,410 females.
How many households are there in Golvada?
There are 1,085 households in Golvada.
What is the literacy rate in Golvada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golvada is 56.61%. Male literacy is 65.95% and female literacy is 45.98%.