Golvada - Vijaynagar, Sabar Kantha
Golvada is a village situated in the Vijaynagar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijaynagar and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Bhankhra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Golvada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golvada is 509920. The village covers a total geographical area of 404.87 hectares and falls under the 383460 pincode. Vijaynagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Golvada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Golvada
According to the 2011 Census, Golvada village had a total population of 538 people, including 273 males and 265 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.73%, with male literacy at 93.09% and female literacy at 64.89%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 533.
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 | 538 | 273 | 265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 56 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 533 | 270 | 263 |
| Literate Population | 348 | 202 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 190 | 71 | 119 |
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.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijaynagar to Golvada is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Golvada is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Golvada
Where is Golvada located?
Golvada village is located in Vijaynagar Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Golvada?
The Gram Panchayat of Golvada is Bhankhra.
What is the pincode of Golvada?
The pincode of Golvada is 383460.
What is the population of Golvada?
Golvada had a total population of 538, including 273 males and 265 females.
How many households are there in Golvada?
Golvada had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Golvada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golvada was 78.73%. Male literacy was 93.09% and female literacy was 64.89%.