Gola Gaon - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Gola Gaon is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Uprada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gola Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gola Gaon is 049689. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.57 hectares and falls under the 262552 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Gola Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gola Gaon
As per Census 2011, Gola Gaon village has a total population of 70 people, consisting of 37 males and 33 females. The village has 19 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 49 literate and 21 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gola Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 70 | 37 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 49 | 30 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 7 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Gola Gaon
Gola Gaon 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 Gola Gaon
Gola Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Didihat to Gola Gaon is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Gola Gaon is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gola Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gola Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gola Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gola Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gola Gaon
Where is Gola Gaon located?
Gola Gaon village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gola Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Gola Gaon is Uprada.
What is the pincode of Gola Gaon?
The pincode of Gola Gaon is 262552.
What is the population of Gola Gaon?
Gola Gaon has a total population of 70, including 37 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Gola Gaon?
There are 19 households in Gola Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Gola Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gola Gaon is 70.00%. Male literacy is 81.08% and female literacy is 57.58%.