Golfa - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Golfa is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 165 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Golfa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golfa is 048866. The village covers a total geographical area of 192.22 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Golfa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Golfa
As per Census 2011, Golfa village has a total population of 348 people, consisting of 168 males and 180 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 1,071 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 202 literate and 146 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 85 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Golfa are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Golfa
Golfa 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 Golfa
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Golfa.
| 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 Golfa is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Golfa is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Golfa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golfa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Golfa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golfa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Golfa
Where is Golfa located?
Golfa village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Golfa?
Golfa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Golfa?
The pincode of Golfa is 262554.
What is the population of Golfa?
Golfa has a total population of 348, including 168 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Golfa?
There are 90 households in Golfa.
What is the literacy rate in Golfa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golfa is 58.05%. Male literacy is 69.64% and female literacy is 47.22%.