Golamunda
Golamunda is a village located in Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Junagarh (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Dedarh is the gram panchayat of Golamunda village.
Here you can discover what makes Golamunda unique in its vibrant Junagarh-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Golamunda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Golamunda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Golamunda is 423772. The village spans a total geographical area of 308 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766014. Junagarh is nearest town to Golamunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Golamunda
Population of Golamunda
According to the 2011 Census, Golamunda has a total population of about 1,288, with approximately 683 males and 605 females. The sex ratio is around 885 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 166 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 246 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 681. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.91%, with male literacy at about 69.40% and female literacy near 42.81%. There are around 242 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Golamunda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,288 | 683 | 605 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 80 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 246 | 125 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 681 | 382 | 299 |
| Literate Population | 733 | 474 | 259 |
| Illiterate Population | 555 | 209 | 346 |
Connectivity of Golamunda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Golamunda. As per the 2011 stats, Golamunda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Golamunda
Knowing the nearby villages of Golamunda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Golamunda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Golamunda
- Where is Golamunda located?
- Golamunda village is situated in Junagarh Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Golamunda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Golamunda is Dedarh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Golamunda?
- The pincode of Golamunda is 766014, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Golamunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Golamunda is 1,288, with 683 males and 605 females.
- How many households are there in Golamunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Golamunda village has a total of 242 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Golamunda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Golamunda is 56.91%. The male literacy rate is 69.40%, while the female literacy rate is 42.81%.