Googri - Pachpadra, Balotra
Googri is a village situated in the Pachpadra tehsil of Balotra district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 27 km from Pachpadra and around 97 km from Barmer. Akarli Bakshiram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Googri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Googri is 087258. The village covers a total geographical area of 1986.67 hectares and falls under the 344022 pincode. Balotra is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Googri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachpadra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Googri
As per Census 2011, Googri village has a total population of 739 people, consisting of 384 males and 355 females. The village has 119 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 319 literate and 420 illiterate residents. Additionally, 213 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Googri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 739 | 384 | 355 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 77 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 107 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 319 | 193 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 420 | 191 | 229 |
Nearby Villages of Googri
Googri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Loreti | North-East | 2.77 km |
| Panadeora | West | 3.26 km |
| Bagundi | South | 4.24 km |
| Keraliya | North-West | 4.37 km |
| Malwa Charnan | North | 4.43 km |
| Jhalamaliya | West | 5.13 km |
| Malwa Goyalan | North-West | 5.71 km |
| Mahadeo Nagar | North-East | 5.81 km |
| Akarli Dhansingh | North-East | 5.83 km |
| Akarli Bakshiram | East | 5.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Googri
Googri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tilwara, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balotra to Googri is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barmer to Googri is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Googri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Googri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Googri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Googri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Googri
Where is Googri located?
Googri village is located in Pachpadra Tehsil, Balotra district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Googri?
The Gram Panchayat of Googri is Akarli Bakshiram.
What is the pincode of Googri?
The pincode of Googri is 344022.
What is the population of Googri?
Googri has a total population of 739, including 384 males and 355 females.
How many households are there in Googri?
There are 119 households in Googri.
What is the literacy rate in Googri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Googri is 43.17%. Male literacy is 50.26% and female literacy is 35.49%.