Golegaon Palam - Purna, Parbhani
Golegaon Palam is a village situated in the Purna tehsil of Parbhani district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Purna and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Parbhani. Golegaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Golegaon Palam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golegaon Palam is 547257. The village covers a total geographical area of 380 hectares and falls under the 431720 pincode. Purna is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Golegaon Palam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Golegaon Palam
As per Census 2011, Golegaon Palam village has a total population of 833 people, consisting of 452 males and 381 females. The village has 163 households and a sex ratio of 842 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 521 literate and 312 illiterate residents. Additionally, 66 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Golegaon Palam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 833 | 452 | 381 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 55 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 35 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 521 | 327 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 312 | 125 | 187 |
Nearby Villages of Golegaon Palam
Golegaon Palam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mumber | North-East | 1.61 km |
| Someshawar | South | 2.54 km |
| Phala | South-East | 2.76 km |
| Umarthadi | West | 2.79 km |
| Deulgaon Dhudhate | North-West | 2.80 km |
| Arkhed | South-West | 3.32 km |
| Maher | North | 3.45 km |
| Ghoda | South | 4.15 km |
| Khurlewadi | West | 4.52 km |
| Devthana | West | 4.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Golegaon Palam
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Golegaon Palam. The nearest railway station is Mirkhal, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.6 km.
| 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 Purna to Golegaon Palam is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Parbhani to Golegaon Palam is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Golegaon Palam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golegaon Palam 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 Golegaon Palam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golegaon Palam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Golegaon Palam
Where is Golegaon Palam located?
Golegaon Palam village is located in Purna Tehsil, Parbhani district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Golegaon Palam?
The Gram Panchayat of Golegaon Palam is Golegaon.
What is the pincode of Golegaon Palam?
The pincode of Golegaon Palam is 431720.
What is the population of Golegaon Palam?
Golegaon Palam has a total population of 833, including 452 males and 381 females.
How many households are there in Golegaon Palam?
There are 163 households in Golegaon Palam.
What is the literacy rate in Golegaon Palam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golegaon Palam is 62.55%. Male literacy is 72.35% and female literacy is 50.92%.