Gola - Sihunta, Chamba
Gola is a village situated in the Sihunta tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Gola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gola is 007693. The village covers a total geographical area of 489.53 hectares and falls under the 176207 pincode. Chuari Khas is the nearest town.
Gola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhattiyat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gola
As per Census 2011, Gola village has a total population of 915 people, consisting of 426 males and 489 females. The village has 209 households and a sex ratio of 1,147 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 665 literate and 250 illiterate residents. Additionally, 174 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 48 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 915 | 426 | 489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 54 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 83 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 665 | 335 | 330 |
| Illiterate Population | 250 | 91 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Gola
Gola 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 Gola
Gola 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Gola is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gola
Where is Gola located?
Gola village is located in Sihunta Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gola?
Gola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gola?
The pincode of Gola is 176207.
What is the population of Gola?
Gola has a total population of 915, including 426 males and 489 females.
How many households are there in Gola?
There are 209 households in Gola.
What is the literacy rate in Gola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gola is 72.68%. Male literacy is 78.64% and female literacy is 67.48%.