Golai - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Golai is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Simal Kot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Golai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golai is 050088. The village covers a total geographical area of 22.5 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Golai 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 Golai
According to the 2011 Census, Golai village had a total population of 46 people, including 23 males and 23 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 100.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 100.00%.
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 | 46 | 23 | 23 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 3 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Golai
Golai 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 Golai
Public transport in the Golai is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pithoragarh to Golai is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Golai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golai 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Golai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golai 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 Golai
Where is Golai located?
Golai village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Golai?
The Gram Panchayat of Golai is Simal Kot.
What is the pincode of Golai?
The pincode of Golai is 262522.
What is the population of Golai?
Golai had a total population of 46, including 23 males and 23 females.
How many households are there in Golai?
Golai had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Golai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golai was 100.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 100.00%.