Golpahar - Shikaripara, Dumka
Golpahar is a village situated in the Shikaripara subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shikaripara and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Bankijore serves as the Gram Panchayat for Golpahar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golpahar is 370944. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.09 hectares and falls under the 816118 pincode. Dumka is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Golpahar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Golpahar
Golpahar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kusumghati | North | 0.73 km |
| Rajupara | West | 0.80 km |
| Maniachua | East | 0.91 km |
| Salaipahar | South-West | 1.15 km |
| Kadadih | North | 1.50 km |
| Behrapahari | West | 1.56 km |
| Labapara | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Chhatupara | North-West | 1.79 km |
| Pahar Amchua | North-East | 1.86 km |
| Talpamar | South | 1.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Golpahar
The nearest railway station is Mallarpur, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dumka to Golpahar is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Golpahar
Where is Golpahar located?
Golpahar village is located in Shikaripara Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Golpahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Golpahar is Bankijore.
What is the pincode of Golpahar?
The pincode of Golpahar is 816118.