Golvali - Kalyan, Thane
Golvali is a village situated in the Kalyan tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyan and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Thane.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golvali is 552983. The village covers a total geographical area of 188 hectares and falls under the 421203 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Golvali is administered under an Urban Local Body. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalyan Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalyan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Golvali
According to the 2011 Census, Golvali village had a total population of 20,089 people, including 11,559 males and 8,530 females, living in 4,812 households. The sex ratio was 738 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.04%, with male literacy at 90.18% and female literacy at 80.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,712, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 481.
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 | 20,089 | 11,559 | 8,530 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,444 | 1,266 | 1,178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,712 | 1,034 | 678 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 481 | 265 | 216 |
| Literate Population | 15,181 | 9,282 | 5,899 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,908 | 2,277 | 2,631 |
Nearby Villages of Golvali
Golvali 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 Golvali
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalyan to Golvali is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Golvali is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Golvali
Where is Golvali located?
Golvali village is located in Kalyan Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the pincode of Golvali?
The pincode of Golvali is 421203.
What is the population of Golvali?
Golvali had a total population of 20,089, including 11,559 males and 8,530 females.
How many households are there in Golvali?
Golvali had 4,812 households.
What is the literacy rate in Golvali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golvali was 86.04%. Male literacy was 90.18% and female literacy was 80.24%.