Golan - Sunni, Shimla
Golan is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 47 km from Shimla. Mandhor Ghat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Golan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golan is 023997. The village covers a total geographical area of 123.57 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
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 Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Golan
According to the 2011 Census, Golan village had a total population of 109 people, including 65 males and 44 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 677 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.57%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 55.
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 | 109 | 65 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 9 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 33 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 49 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 16 | 16 |
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 shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Golan is about 47 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 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Golan
Where is Golan located?
Golan village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Golan?
The Gram Panchayat of Golan is Mandhor Ghat.
What is the pincode of Golan?
The pincode of Golan is 171301.
What is the population of Golan?
Golan had a total population of 109, including 65 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Golan?
Golan had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Golan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golan was 78.57%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 66.67%.