Golpur - Masalia, Dumka
Golpur is a village situated in the Masalia subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Masalia and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Golbandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Golpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golpur is 372104. The village covers a total geographical area of 334.39 hectares and falls under the 814119 pincode.
Golpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Golpur
As per Census 2011, Golpur village has a total population of 839 people, consisting of 421 males and 418 females. The village has 189 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 127 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 462 literate and 377 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 563 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Golpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 839 | 421 | 418 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 68 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 563 | 282 | 281 |
| Literate Population | 462 | 292 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 377 | 129 | 248 |
Nearby Villages of Golpur
Golpur 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 Golpur
Golpur 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Golpur is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Golpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Golpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Golpur
Where is Golpur located?
Golpur village is located in Masalia Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Golpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Golpur is Golbandha.
What is the pincode of Golpur?
The pincode of Golpur is 814119.
What is the population of Golpur?
Golpur has a total population of 839, including 421 males and 418 females.
How many households are there in Golpur?
There are 189 households in Golpur.
What is the literacy rate in Golpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golpur is 55.07%. Male literacy is 69.36% and female literacy is 40.67%.