Golapbag - Illambazar, Birbhum
Golapbag is a village situated in the Illambazar subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 20.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Illambazar and around 24.8 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Mongoldihi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Golapbag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golapbag is 318052. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.21 hectares and falls under the 731121 pincode. Dubrajpur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Golapbag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Golapbag
According to the 2011 Census, Golapbag village had a total population of 948 people, including 491 males and 457 females, living in 242 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.81%, with male literacy at 79.72% and female literacy at 71.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 294.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 948 | 491 | 457 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 67 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 294 | 151 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 608 | 338 | 270 |
| Illiterate Population | 340 | 153 | 187 |
Nearby Villages of Golapbag
Golapbag is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Golapbag
Golapbag is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Dubrajpur to Golapbag is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Golapbag is about 24.8 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Golapbag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golapbag village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Golapbag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golapbag village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Golapbag
Where is Golapbag located?
Golapbag village is located in Illambazar Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Golapbag?
The Gram Panchayat of Golapbag is Mongoldihi.
What is the pincode of Golapbag?
The pincode of Golapbag is 731121.
What is the population of Golapbag?
Golapbag had a total population of 948, including 491 males and 457 females.
How many households are there in Golapbag?
Golapbag had 242 households.
What is the literacy rate in Golapbag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golapbag was 75.81%. Male literacy was 79.72% and female literacy was 71.43%.