Golata - Anjad, Barwani
Golata is a village situated in the Anjad tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anjad and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Aawali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Golata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golata is 478253. The village covers a total geographical area of 246 hectares and falls under the 451556 pincode. Anjad is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Golata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Golata
As per Census 2011, Golata village has a total population of 547 people, consisting of 269 males and 278 females. The village has 107 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 93 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 249 literate and 298 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 250 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Golata are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 547 | 269 | 278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 43 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 250 | 126 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 249 | 145 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 298 | 124 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Golata
Golata 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Urdana | North | 1.61 km |
| Datwada | East | 2.18 km |
| Narayanpura | North | 2.28 km |
| Perkhad | North-West | 2.61 km |
| Sharikpura | North-East | 2.84 km |
| Chhota Barda | South-West | 3.07 km |
| Mardana | North-West | 3.17 km |
| Jotpur | North | 3.23 km |
| Semalda | West | 3.97 km |
| Anjad Revenue Area | South-West | 4.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Golata
Golata is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Patal Pani, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Anjad to Golata is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Golata is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Golata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golata 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Golata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golata 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 Golata
Where is Golata located?
Golata village is located in Anjad Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Golata?
The Gram Panchayat of Golata is Aawali.
What is the pincode of Golata?
The pincode of Golata is 451556.
What is the population of Golata?
Golata has a total population of 547, including 269 males and 278 females.
How many households are there in Golata?
There are 107 households in Golata.
What is the literacy rate in Golata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golata is 45.52%. Male literacy is 53.90% and female literacy is 37.41%.