Golai - Dharni, Amravati
Golai is a village situated in the Dharni tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharni and around 167 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Golai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golai is 531396. The village covers a total geographical area of 426.26 hectares and falls under the 444719 pincode. Akot is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Golai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Golai
As per Census 2011, Golai village has a total population of 1,606 people, consisting of 871 males and 735 females. The village has 330 households and a sex ratio of 843 females per 1,000 males. There are 236 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 983 literate and 623 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 680 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Golai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,606 | 871 | 735 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 236 | 118 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 680 | 373 | 307 |
| Literate Population | 983 | 617 | 366 |
| Illiterate Population | 623 | 254 | 369 |
Nearby Villages of Golai
Golai 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 Golai
Golai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akot to Golai is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Golai is about 167 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Golai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golai 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Golai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golai 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 Golai
Where is Golai located?
Golai village is located in Dharni Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Golai?
Golai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Golai?
The pincode of Golai is 444719.
What is the population of Golai?
Golai has a total population of 1,606, including 871 males and 735 females.
How many households are there in Golai?
There are 330 households in Golai.
What is the literacy rate in Golai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golai is 61.21%. Male literacy is 70.84% and female literacy is 49.80%.