Goalgram - Murarai - II, Birbhum
Goalgram is a village situated in the Murarai - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paikar and around 77.4 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Rudranagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Goalgram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Goalgram is 316133. The village covers a total geographical area of 129.92 hectares and falls under the 731221 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Goalgram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nalhati Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Goalgram
According to the 2011 Census, Goalgram village had a total population of 568 people, including 285 males and 283 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.72%, with male literacy at 82.85% and female literacy at 74.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 74.
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 | 568 | 285 | 283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 46 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 370 | 198 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 87 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Goalgram
Goalgram 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 Goalgram
Goalgram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Goalgram.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rampurhat to Goalgram is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Goalgram is about 77.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Goalgram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Goalgram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Goalgram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Goalgram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Goalgram
Where is Goalgram located?
Goalgram village is located in Murarai - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Goalgram?
The Gram Panchayat of Goalgram is Rudranagar.
What is the pincode of Goalgram?
The pincode of Goalgram is 731221.
What is the population of Goalgram?
Goalgram had a total population of 568, including 285 males and 283 females.
How many households are there in Goalgram?
Goalgram had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Goalgram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goalgram was 78.72%. Male literacy was 82.85% and female literacy was 74.46%.