Golokerpam - Lakhipur, Goalpara
Golokerpam is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Goalpara district, Assam. It is located approximately 69 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Goalpara. Guriadhap serves as the Gram Panchayat for Golokerpam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golokerpam is 281865. The village covers a total geographical area of 75.85 hectares and falls under the 783120 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Golokerpam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhubri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Golokerpam
According to the 2011 Census, Golokerpam village had a total population of 544 people, including 282 males and 262 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.09%, with male literacy at 61.28% and female literacy at 58.74%.
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 | 544 | 282 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 47 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 265 | 144 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 279 | 138 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Golokerpam
Golokerpam 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 Golokerpam
Golokerpam is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Lakhipur to Golokerpam is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Goalpara to Golokerpam is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Golokerpam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golokerpam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Golokerpam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golokerpam 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Golokerpam
Where is Golokerpam located?
Golokerpam village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Goalpara district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Golokerpam?
The Gram Panchayat of Golokerpam is Guriadhap.
What is the pincode of Golokerpam?
The pincode of Golokerpam is 783120.
What is the population of Golokerpam?
Golokerpam had a total population of 544, including 282 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Golokerpam?
Golokerpam had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Golokerpam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golokerpam was 60.09%. Male literacy was 61.28% and female literacy was 58.74%.