Golanda Village - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Golanda is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digapahandi and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Khamarigam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Golanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golanda is 412797. The village covers a total geographical area of 159 hectares and falls under the 761007 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Golanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digapahandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Golanda
As per Census 2011, Golanda village has a total population of 1,033 people, consisting of 508 males and 525 females. The village has 226 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 132 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 593 literate and 440 illiterate residents. Additionally, 301 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Golanda are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,033 | 508 | 525 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 67 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 301 | 152 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 593 | 336 | 257 |
| Illiterate Population | 440 | 172 | 268 |
Nearby Villages of Golanda
Golanda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sebakatikarapada | South-West | 1.16 km |
| Ballighai | South | 1.26 km |
| Buripadar | North | 1.28 km |
| Pentha | North-West | 1.39 km |
| Manidhia | West | 1.81 km |
| Gunduriguda | South | 2.20 km |
| Damodarapur | East | 2.28 km |
| Burudanga | South-West | 2.38 km |
| Gobarabalasa | South-West | 2.40 km |
| Radhakantapur | North | 2.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Golanda
Golanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Surla Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 127.4 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 Digapahandi to Golanda is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Golanda is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Golanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Golanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Golanda
Where is Golanda located?
Golanda village is located in Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Golanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Golanda is Khamarigam.
What is the pincode of Golanda?
The pincode of Golanda is 761007.
What is the population of Golanda?
Golanda has a total population of 1,033, including 508 males and 525 females.
How many households are there in Golanda?
There are 226 households in Golanda.
What is the literacy rate in Golanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golanda is 57.41%. Male literacy is 66.14% and female literacy is 48.95%.