Golaguda - Bhamragad, Gadchiroli
Golaguda is a village situated in the Bhamragad tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhamragad and around 194 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Dhodraj serves as the Village Panchayat for Golaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golaguda is 539772. The village covers a total geographical area of 944.96 hectares and falls under the 442710 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 194 km away.
Golaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Golaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Golaguda village had a total population of 563 people, including 273 males and 290 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 1,062 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.35%, with male literacy at 59.39% and female literacy at 49.35%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 532.
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 | 563 | 273 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 44 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 532 | 260 | 272 |
| Literate Population | 250 | 136 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 313 | 137 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Golaguda
Golaguda 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 Golaguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Golaguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Gadchiroli to Golaguda is about 194 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Golaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golaguda 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 Golaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golaguda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Golaguda
Where is Golaguda located?
Golaguda village is located in Bhamragad Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Golaguda?
The Village Panchayat of Golaguda is Dhodraj.
What is the pincode of Golaguda?
The pincode of Golaguda is 442710.
What is the population of Golaguda?
Golaguda had a total population of 563, including 273 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Golaguda?
Golaguda had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Golaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golaguda was 54.35%. Male literacy was 59.39% and female literacy was 49.35%.