Golap - Ratnagiri
Golap is a village situated in the Ratnagiri tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from Ratnagiri, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Golap village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golap is 565646. The village covers a total geographical area of 2092.6 hectares and falls under the 415616 pincode. Ratnagiri is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Golap village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ratnagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Golap
As per Census 2011, Golap village has a total population of 3,359 people, consisting of 1,661 males and 1,698 females. The village has 783 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 344 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,628 literate and 731 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Golap are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,359 | 1,661 | 1,698 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 344 | 160 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,628 | 1,392 | 1,236 |
| Illiterate Population | 731 | 269 | 462 |
Nearby Villages of Golap
Golap 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 Golap
Golap is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Ratnagiri to Golap is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Golap
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golap village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Golap
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golap village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Golap
Where is Golap located?
Golap village is located in Ratnagiri Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Golap?
Golap is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Golap?
The pincode of Golap is 415616.
What is the population of Golap?
Golap has a total population of 3,359, including 1,661 males and 1,698 females.
How many households are there in Golap?
There are 783 households in Golap.
What is the literacy rate in Golap?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golap is 78.24%. Male literacy is 83.80% and female literacy is 72.79%.