Golkumhada
Golkumhada is a village located in Charama tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Charama (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Golkumhada village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Golkumhada unique in its vibrant Charama-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Golkumhada’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Golkumhada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Golkumhada is 447491. The village spans a total geographical area of 359.39 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494336. Charama is nearest town to Golkumhada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Golkumhada village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Golkumhada
Population of Golkumhada
According to the 2011 Census, Golkumhada has a total population of about 785, with approximately 386 males and 399 females. The sex ratio is around 1033 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 86 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 78 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 321. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.24%, with male literacy at about 77.98% and female literacy near 54.89%. There are around 210 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Golkumhada's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 785 | 386 | 399 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 43 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 40 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 321 | 156 | 165 |
| Literate Population | 520 | 301 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 265 | 85 | 180 |
Connectivity of Golkumhada
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Golkumhada. As per the 2011 stats, Golkumhada had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Golkumhada
Knowing the nearby villages of Golkumhada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Golkumhada.
Frequently Asked Questions about Golkumhada
- Where is Golkumhada located?
- Golkumhada village is situated in Charama Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Golkumhada?
- Golkumhada serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Golkumhada?
- The pincode of Golkumhada is 494336, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Golkumhada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Golkumhada is 785, with 386 males and 399 females.
- How many households are there in Golkumhada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Golkumhada village has a total of 210 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Golkumhada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Golkumhada is 66.24%. The male literacy rate is 77.98%, while the female literacy rate is 54.89%.