Golan - Songadh, Tapi
Golan is a village situated in the Songadh taluka of Tapi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songadh and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Vyara. Malangdev serves as the Gram Panchayat for Golan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golan is 524659. The village covers a total geographical area of 173.24 hectares and falls under the 394670 pincode. Navapur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
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 Golan
According to the 2011 Census, Golan village had a total population of 95 people, including 40 males and 55 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,375 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.51%, with male literacy at 52.78% and female literacy at 28.89%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 95.
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 | 95 | 40 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 4 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 95 | 40 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 21 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Golan
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 Golan
Golan 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 Navapur to Golan is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vyara to Golan is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Golan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in 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 Golan 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Golan
Where is Golan located?
Golan village is located in Songadh Taluka, Tapi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Golan?
The Gram Panchayat of Golan is Malangdev.
What is the pincode of Golan?
The pincode of Golan is 394670.
What is the population of Golan?
Golan had a total population of 95, including 40 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Golan?
Golan had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Golan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golan was 39.51%. Male literacy was 52.78% and female literacy was 28.89%.