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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Golai village had a total population of 1,606 people, including 871 males and 735 females, living in 330 households. The sex ratio was 844 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.75%, with male literacy at 81.94% and female literacy at 59.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 680.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Golai?
Golai is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Golai?
The pincode of Golai is 444719.
What is the population of Golai?
Golai had a total population of 1,606, including 871 males and 735 females.
How many households are there in Golai?
Golai had 330 households.
What is the literacy rate in Golai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golai was 71.75%. Male literacy was 81.94% and female literacy was 59.32%.