Golu
Golu is a village located in Kotkhai tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 73km away from district headquarter Kotkhai. Kotkhai is the sub-district headquarter of Golu village. As per 2009 stats, Kalbog is the gram panchayat of Golu village.
Golu has its own place in the vibrant Shimla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Golu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Golu is 026146. The village spans a total geographical area of 100.06 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171202. Kotkhai is nearest town to Golu village for all major economic activities.
As per 2019 stats, Golu village comes under Shimla assembly & parliamentary constituency.
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Population of Golu
Below is a concise population overview of Golu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 90 | 47 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 79 | 42 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 5 | 6 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Golu village:
- The total population of Golu village is around 90, including approximately 47 males and 43 females, with a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 4 children aged 0–6 years in Golu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- The literacy rate of Golu village is about 87.78%, with male literacy at 89.36% and female literacy at 86.05%.
- There are around 19 households in Golu village.
Connectivity of Golu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Golu. As per the 2011 stats, Golu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Golu
Knowing the nearby villages of Golu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Golu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Golu
- Where is Golu located?
- Golu village is situated in Kotkhai Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Golu?
- The Gram Panchayat of Golu is Kalbog (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Golu?
- The pincode of Golu is 171202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Golu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Golu is 90, with 47 males and 43 females.
- How many households are there in Golu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Golu village has a total of 19 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Golu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Golu is 87.78%. The male literacy rate is 89.36%, while the female literacy rate is 86.05%.