Golasar - Indi, Vijayapura
Golasar is a village situated in the Indi taluka of Vijayapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 21 km from Indi and around 81 km from Bijapur. Miragi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Golasar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golasar is 599274. The village covers a total geographical area of 1219.28 hectares and falls under the 586217 pincode. Indi is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Golasar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Indi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Golasar
According to the 2011 Census, Golasar village had a total population of 2,493 people, including 1,248 males and 1,245 females, living in 459 households. The sex ratio was 998 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.23%, with male literacy at 73.33% and female literacy at 51.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 445, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 2,493 | 1,248 | 1,245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 412 | 213 | 199 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 445 | 210 | 235 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,295 | 759 | 536 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,198 | 489 | 709 |
Nearby Villages of Golasar
Golasar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Shivapur [k.h.] | North | 2.91 km |
| Naad[k.d.] | South | 3.25 km |
| Arjunagi [b.k.] | South-East | 3.80 km |
| Lalasangi | North-West | 4.17 km |
| Miragi | North-East | 4.32 km |
| Hanchinal | East | 5.38 km |
| Naad[b.k.] | South-West | 5.61 km |
| Rodagi | North-East | 5.73 km |
| Marasanahalli | South-East | 6.14 km |
| Arjunagi [k.h.] | South-East | 6.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Golasar
Public transport in the Golasar is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lachyan, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.4 km.
| 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 Indi to Golasar is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Golasar is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Golasar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golasar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Golasar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golasar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Golasar
Where is Golasar located?
Golasar village is located in Indi Taluka, Vijayapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Golasar?
The Gram Panchayat of Golasar is Miragi.
What is the pincode of Golasar?
The pincode of Golasar is 586217.
What is the population of Golasar?
Golasar had a total population of 2,493, including 1,248 males and 1,245 females.
How many households are there in Golasar?
Golasar had 459 households.
What is the literacy rate in Golasar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golasar was 62.23%. Male literacy was 73.33% and female literacy was 51.24%.