Golida - Chotila, Surendranagar
Golida is a village situated in the Chotila taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chotila and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Golida village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golida is 512413. The village covers a total geographical area of 914.5 hectares and falls under the 363520 pincode. Jasdan is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Golida village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chotila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Golida
As per Census 2011, Golida village has a total population of 1,790 people, consisting of 939 males and 851 females. The village has 328 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 264 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 962 literate and 828 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Golida are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,790 | 939 | 851 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 264 | 138 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 962 | 601 | 361 |
| Illiterate Population | 828 | 338 | 490 |
Nearby Villages of Golida
Golida 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 Golida
Public transport in the Golida 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 Jasdan to Golida is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Golida is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Golida
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golida village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Golida
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golida village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Golida
Where is Golida located?
Golida village is located in Chotila Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Golida?
Golida is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Golida?
The pincode of Golida is 363520.
What is the population of Golida?
Golida has a total population of 1,790, including 939 males and 851 females.
How many households are there in Golida?
There are 328 households in Golida.
What is the literacy rate in Golida?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golida is 53.74%. Male literacy is 64.00% and female literacy is 42.42%.