Golap - Suigam, Vav-Tharad
Golap is a village situated in the Suigam taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from Vav and around 124 km from Palanpur. Golap village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golap is 507415. The village falls under the 385575 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Golap village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vav Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Golap
According to the 2011 Census, Golap village had a total population of 1,606 people, including 839 males and 767 females, living in 304 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.47%, with male literacy at 77.44% and female literacy at 39.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 278, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 44.
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 | 1,606 | 839 | 767 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 286 | 143 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 278 | 149 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 27 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 785 | 539 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 821 | 300 | 521 |
Nearby Villages of Golap
Golap 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 Golap
Golap 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tharad to Golap is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Golap is about 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Golap
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golap village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Golap
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golap village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Golap
Where is Golap located?
Golap village is located in Suigam Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Golap?
Golap is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Golap?
The pincode of Golap is 385575.
What is the population of Golap?
Golap had a total population of 1,606, including 839 males and 767 females.
How many households are there in Golap?
Golap had 304 households.
What is the literacy rate in Golap?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golap was 59.47%. Male literacy was 77.44% and female literacy was 39.42%.