Goalkunda - Murarai - II, Birbhum
Goalkunda is a village situated in the Murarai - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paikar and around 74.3 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Kushmore-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Goalkunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Goalkunda is 316136. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.08 hectares and falls under the 731221 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Goalkunda 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 Goalkunda
According to the 2011 Census, Goalkunda village had a total population of 876 people, including 448 males and 428 females, living in 209 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.25%, with male literacy at 76.36% and female literacy at 70.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 142.
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 | 876 | 448 | 428 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 63 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 81 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 553 | 294 | 259 |
| Illiterate Population | 323 | 154 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Goalkunda
Goalkunda 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 Goalkunda
Goalkunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Goalkunda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Goalkunda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Goalkunda is about 74.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Goalkunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Goalkunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Goalkunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Goalkunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Goalkunda
Where is Goalkunda located?
Goalkunda village is located in Murarai - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Goalkunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Goalkunda is Kushmore-ii.
What is the pincode of Goalkunda?
The pincode of Goalkunda is 731221.
What is the population of Goalkunda?
Goalkunda had a total population of 876, including 448 males and 428 females.
How many households are there in Goalkunda?
Goalkunda had 209 households.
What is the literacy rate in Goalkunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goalkunda was 73.25%. Male literacy was 76.36% and female literacy was 70.00%.