Gulgoan - Mandalgarh, Bhilwara
Gulgoan is a village situated in the Mandalgarh tehsil of Bhilwara district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandalgarh and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bhilwara. Beekran serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gulgoan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gulgoan is 096227. The village covers a total geographical area of 425.29 hectares and falls under the 311604 pincode. Mandalgarh is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Gulgoan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gulgoan
As per Census 2011, Gulgoan village has a total population of 362 people, consisting of 175 males and 187 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 1,068 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 133 literate and 229 illiterate residents. Additionally, 226 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 73 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gulgoan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 362 | 175 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 29 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 226 | 105 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 73 | 40 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 133 | 93 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 82 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Gulgoan
Gulgoan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ajeetpura | North-East | 1.80 km |
| Mochariyon Ka Khera | South | 1.88 km |
| Badanpura | North-West | 2.30 km |
| Rooptalai | North-East | 2.49 km |
| Mahuwa | North | 2.54 km |
| Salampura @ Tinduri | West | 3.10 km |
| Jaitpura | South-East | 3.21 km |
| Jalam Ki Jhonpariyan | East | 3.63 km |
| Saran Ka Khera | North-West | 3.69 km |
| Kishanpuriya | West | 3.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gulgoan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gulgoan. The nearest railway station is Shampura, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mandalgarh to Gulgoan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhilwara to Gulgoan is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gulgoan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gulgoan 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gulgoan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gulgoan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gulgoan
Where is Gulgoan located?
Gulgoan village is located in Mandalgarh Tehsil, Bhilwara district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gulgoan?
The Gram Panchayat of Gulgoan is Beekran.
What is the pincode of Gulgoan?
The pincode of Gulgoan is 311604.
What is the population of Gulgoan?
Gulgoan has a total population of 362, including 175 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Gulgoan?
There are 84 households in Gulgoan.
What is the literacy rate in Gulgoan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gulgoan is 36.74%. Male literacy is 53.14% and female literacy is 21.39%.