Golakpur

Golakpur is a village located in Indpur subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.8km away from sub-district headquarter Indpur. Bankura is the district headquarter of Golakpur village. As per 2009 stats, Bheduasole is the gram panchayat of Golakpur village.

Golakpur has its own place in the vibrant Bankura region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Golakpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Golakpur is 326790. The village spans a total geographical area of 127.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722121. Bankura is nearest town to Golakpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

When it comes to local governance, Golakpur 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 Chhatna Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bankura Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Golakpur

Below is a concise population overview of Golakpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 895 467 428
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 85 37 48
Scheduled Castes (SC) 518 262 256
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 18 12 6
Literate Population 497 317 180
Illiterate Population 398 150 248

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Golakpur village:

  • The total population of Golakpur village is around 895, including approximately 467 males and 428 females, with a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 85 children aged 0–6 years in Golakpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Golakpur village has 518 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 18 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Golakpur village is about 55.53%, with male literacy at 67.88% and female literacy at 42.06%.
  • There are around 195 households in Golakpur village.

Connectivity of Golakpur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Golakpur. As per the 2011 stats, Golakpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Golakpur

Knowing the nearby villages of Golakpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Golakpur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Golakpur

Where is Golakpur located?
Golakpur village is situated in Indpur Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Golakpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Golakpur is Bheduasole (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Golakpur?
The pincode of Golakpur is 722121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Golakpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Golakpur is 895, with 467 males and 428 females.
How many households are there in Golakpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Golakpur village has a total of 195 households.
What is the literacy rate in Golakpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Golakpur is 55.53%. The male literacy rate is 67.88%, while the female literacy rate is 42.06%.