Golara - Koil, Aligarh
Golara is a village situated in the Koil tehsil of Aligarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Koil and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Aligarh. Golara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golara is 122678. The village covers a total geographical area of 363.9 hectares and falls under the 202139 pincode. Aligarh is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Golara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chharra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hathras Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Golara
According to the 2011 Census, Golara village had a total population of 1,263 people, including 675 males and 588 females, living in 219 households. The sex ratio was 871 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.79%, with male literacy at 82.67% and female literacy at 59.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 575.
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 | 1,263 | 675 | 588 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 98 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 575 | 303 | 272 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 771 | 477 | 294 |
| Illiterate Population | 492 | 198 | 294 |
Nearby Villages of Golara
Golara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nagla Lala | West | 1.01 km |
| Baghiyar | South-East | 1.92 km |
| Kathaira | North-East | 1.96 km |
| Nagla Bari | East | 2.04 km |
| Parauri | North-West | 2.35 km |
| Thiramai | South | 2.79 km |
| Bara Kalan | South | 2.87 km |
| Khitauli Katailiya | West | 3.02 km |
| Alampur | North | 3.16 km |
| Nagla Ranjita | North-East | 3.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Golara
Golara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Mandrak, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Aligarh to Golara is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Golara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Golara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golara 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 Golara
Where is Golara located?
Golara village is located in Koil Tehsil, Aligarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Golara?
Golara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Golara?
The pincode of Golara is 202139.
What is the population of Golara?
Golara had a total population of 1,263, including 675 males and 588 females.
How many households are there in Golara?
Golara had 219 households.
What is the literacy rate in Golara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golara was 71.79%. Male literacy was 82.67% and female literacy was 59.15%.