Googachhi - Manihari, Katihar
Googachhi is a village situated in the Manihari subdivision of Katihar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manihari and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Katihar. Uttari Kantakosh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Googachhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Googachhi is 225686. The village covers a total geographical area of 506.7 hectares and falls under the 854113 pincode. Manihari is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Googachhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Googachhi
According to the 2011 Census, Googachhi village had a total population of 1,807 people, including 949 males and 858 females, living in 400 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.41%, with male literacy at 74.28% and female literacy at 57.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 166, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 268.
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 | 1,807 | 949 | 858 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 357 | 187 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 166 | 88 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 268 | 138 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 963 | 566 | 397 |
| Illiterate Population | 844 | 383 | 461 |
Nearby Villages of Googachhi
Googachhi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Balua Ghatti | North-East | 1.71 km |
| Harnarainpur | South | 1.76 km |
| Alinagar | South-West | 2.47 km |
| Katakus | North-West | 2.57 km |
| Ram Nagar | South-East | 2.61 km |
| Basantpur | South | 2.81 km |
| Amirabad | South-West | 2.84 km |
| Gobind Nagar | North-East | 3.44 km |
| Murela | South-West | 3.60 km |
| Saidpur | South-West | 3.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Googachhi
Googachhi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tejnarayanpur, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manihari to Googachhi is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Katihar to Googachhi is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Googachhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Googachhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Googachhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Googachhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Googachhi
Where is Googachhi located?
Googachhi village is located in Manihari Subdivision, Katihar district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Googachhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Googachhi is Uttari Kantakosh.
What is the pincode of Googachhi?
The pincode of Googachhi is 854113.
What is the population of Googachhi?
Googachhi had a total population of 1,807, including 949 males and 858 females.
How many households are there in Googachhi?
Googachhi had 400 households.
What is the literacy rate in Googachhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Googachhi was 66.41%. Male literacy was 74.28% and female literacy was 57.70%.