Gol - Baraily, Raisen
Gol is a village situated in the Baraily tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baraily and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Gol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gol is 484509. The village covers a total geographical area of 338.16 hectares and falls under the 464668 pincode. Baraily is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Gol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udaipura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gol
As per Census 2011, Gol village has a total population of 711 people, consisting of 377 males and 334 females. The village has 139 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 438 literate and 273 illiterate residents. Additionally, 125 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 711 | 377 | 334 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 51 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 69 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 438 | 270 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 107 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Gol
Gol 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kotpar Ganesh | North-East | 0.73 km |
| Gurariya | South | 0.91 km |
| Dhokheda (part) | North-East | 1.54 km |
| Kanhaiyapar | South | 1.88 km |
| Lanjhi | West | 2.12 km |
| Mahragaon Khurd | North-West | 2.22 km |
| Dhanasari | North-West | 2.81 km |
| Akola | West | 3.23 km |
| Dhimar Dhana | South-West | 3.37 km |
| Samnapur Jagir | North-West | 3.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gol
Gol is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Pipariya, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Baraily to Gol is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Gol is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gol 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gol
Where is Gol located?
Gol village is located in Baraily Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gol?
Gol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gol?
The pincode of Gol is 464668.
What is the population of Gol?
Gol has a total population of 711, including 377 males and 334 females.
How many households are there in Gol?
There are 139 households in Gol.
What is the literacy rate in Gol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gol is 61.60%. Male literacy is 71.62% and female literacy is 50.30%.