Golavashi
Golavashi is a village located in Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Lanja (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Golavshi is the gram panchayat of Golavashi village.
Golavashi has its own place in the vibrant Ratnagiri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Golavashi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Golavashi is 565952. The village spans a total geographical area of 661 hectares. Rajapur is nearest town to Golavashi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
When it comes to local governance, Golavashi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Rajapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Golavashi
Population of Golavashi
Below is a concise population overview of Golavashi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 879 | 396 | 483 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 37 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 606 | 316 | 290 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 80 | 193 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Golavashi village:
- The total population of Golavashi village is around 879, including approximately 396 males and 483 females, with a sex ratio of 1219 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 74 children aged 0–6 years in Golavashi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Golavashi village has 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Golavashi village is about 68.94%, with male literacy at 79.80% and female literacy at 60.04%.
- There are around 216 households in Golavashi village.
Connectivity of Golavashi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Golavashi. As per the 2011 stats, Golavashi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Golavashi
Knowing the nearby villages of Golavashi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Golavashi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Golavashi
- Where is Golavashi located?
- Golavashi village is situated in Lanja Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Golavashi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Golavashi is Golavshi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Golavashi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Golavashi is 879, with 396 males and 483 females.
- How many households are there in Golavashi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Golavashi village has a total of 216 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Golavashi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Golavashi is 68.94%. The male literacy rate is 79.80%, while the female literacy rate is 60.04%.