Goelkera
Goelkera is a village located in Goilkera subdivision of Pashchimi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Goilkera (tehsildar office) and 57km away from district headquarter Chaibasa. As per 2009 stats, Goilkera is the gram panchayat of Goelkera village.
Here you can discover what makes Goelkera unique in its vibrant Goilkera-Pashchimi Singhbhum region. You’ll see Goelkera’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 Goelkera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Goelkera is 377583. The village spans a total geographical area of 382 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 833105. Goilkera is nearest town to Goelkera village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Goelkera 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 Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Goelkera
Population of Goelkera
According to the 2011 Census, Goelkera has a total population of about 1,476, with approximately 725 males and 751 females. The sex ratio is around 1035 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 266 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 7 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,265. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.73%, with male literacy at about 61.24% and female literacy near 38.62%. There are around 301 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Goelkera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,476 | 725 | 751 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 266 | 131 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,265 | 628 | 637 |
| Literate Population | 734 | 444 | 290 |
| Illiterate Population | 742 | 281 | 461 |
Connectivity of Goelkera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Goelkera. As per the 2011 stats, Goelkera had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Goelkera
Knowing the nearby villages of Goelkera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Goelkera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Goelkera
- Where is Goelkera located?
- Goelkera village is situated in Goilkera Subdivision, within the Pashchimi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Goelkera?
- The Gram Panchayat of Goelkera is Goilkera (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Goelkera?
- The pincode of Goelkera is 833105, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Goelkera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Goelkera is 1,476, with 725 males and 751 females.
- How many households are there in Goelkera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Goelkera village has a total of 301 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Goelkera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Goelkera is 49.73%. The male literacy rate is 61.24%, while the female literacy rate is 38.62%.