Golia - Buguda, Ganjam
Golia is a village situated in the Buguda tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Buguda and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Gollia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Golia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golia is 410423. The village covers a total geographical area of 615 hectares and falls under the 761118 pincode. Buguda is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Golia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Polasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Golia
As per Census 2011, Golia village has a total population of 5,418 people, consisting of 2,797 males and 2,621 females. The village has 1,140 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 635 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,486 literate and 1,932 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,132 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 68 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Golia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,418 | 2,797 | 2,621 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 635 | 327 | 308 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,132 | 583 | 549 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 30 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 3,486 | 2,007 | 1,479 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,932 | 790 | 1,142 |
Nearby Villages of Golia
Golia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Satrusola | North | 1.36 km |
| Kusapalli | East | 1.88 km |
| Kuanala | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Kaniapalli | West | 2.42 km |
| Chirikipadasasan | South | 2.52 km |
| Bhamasiali | North-West | 3.03 km |
| Chadiapalli | North-West | 3.31 km |
| Narasingapalli | South | 3.70 km |
| Bhabarada | South-East | 3.73 km |
| Jagapalli | East | 4.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Golia
Public transport in the Golia is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khallikot, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Buguda to Golia is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Golia is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Golia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Golia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Golia
Where is Golia located?
Golia village is located in Buguda Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Golia?
The Gram Panchayat of Golia is Gollia.
What is the pincode of Golia?
The pincode of Golia is 761118.
What is the population of Golia?
Golia has a total population of 5,418, including 2,797 males and 2,621 females.
How many households are there in Golia?
There are 1,140 households in Golia.
What is the literacy rate in Golia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golia is 64.34%. Male literacy is 71.76% and female literacy is 56.43%.