Golfa
Golfa is a village located in Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 55km away from sub-district headquarter Munsiari (tehsildar office) and 165km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Golfa village is also a gram panchayat.
Golfa has its own place in the vibrant Pithoragarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Golfa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Golfa is 048866. The village spans a total geographical area of 192.22 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262554. Didihat is nearest town to Golfa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 68km away.
Google Map of Golfa
Population of Golfa
Below is a concise population overview of Golfa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 348 | 168 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 85 | 42 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 202 | 117 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 51 | 95 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Golfa village:
- The total population of Golfa village is around 348, including approximately 168 males and 180 females, with a sex ratio of 1071 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 48 children aged 0–6 years in Golfa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Golfa village has 23 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 85 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Golfa village is about 58.05%, with male literacy at 69.64% and female literacy at 47.22%.
- There are around 90 households in Golfa village.
Connectivity of Golfa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Golfa. As per the 2011 stats, Golfa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Golfa
Knowing the nearby villages of Golfa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Golfa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Golfa
- Where is Golfa located?
- Golfa village is situated in Munsiari Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Golfa?
- Golfa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Golfa?
- The pincode of Golfa is 262554, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Golfa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Golfa is 348, with 168 males and 180 females.
- How many households are there in Golfa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Golfa village has a total of 90 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Golfa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Golfa is 58.05%. The male literacy rate is 69.64%, while the female literacy rate is 47.22%.