Ekva Golan - Songadh, Tapi
Ekva Golan is a village situated in the Songadh taluka of Tapi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songadh and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Vyara. Medha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ekva Golan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ekva Golan is 524699. The village covers a total geographical area of 1824.98 hectares and falls under the 394670 pincode. Navapur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Ekva Golan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nizar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ekva Golan
According to the 2011 Census, Ekva Golan village had a total population of 124 people, including 61 males and 63 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.35%, with male literacy at 64.29% and female literacy at 38.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 124.
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 | 124 | 61 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 124 | 61 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 36 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 25 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Ekva Golan
Ekva Golan 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 Ekva Golan
Public transport in the Ekva Golan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Navapur to Ekva Golan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vyara to Ekva Golan is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ekva Golan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ekva Golan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ekva Golan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ekva Golan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ekva Golan
Where is Ekva Golan located?
Ekva Golan village is located in Songadh Taluka, Tapi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ekva Golan?
The Gram Panchayat of Ekva Golan is Medha.
What is the pincode of Ekva Golan?
The pincode of Ekva Golan is 394670.
What is the population of Ekva Golan?
Ekva Golan had a total population of 124, including 61 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Ekva Golan?
Ekva Golan had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ekva Golan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ekva Golan was 51.35%. Male literacy was 64.29% and female literacy was 38.18%.