Goalmal
Goalmal is a village located in Murarai Ii subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.8km away from sub-district headquarter Paikar (tehsildar office) and 77.4km away from district headquarter Suri. As per 2009 stats, Paikar Ii is the gram panchayat of Goalmal village.
Here you can discover what makes Goalmal unique in its vibrant Murarai Ii-Birbhum region. You’ll see Goalmal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Goalmal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Goalmal is 316125. The village spans a total geographical area of 517 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 731238. Rampurhat is nearest town to Goalmal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Goalmal 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 Murarai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Birbhum Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Goalmal
Population of Goalmal
According to the 2011 Census, Goalmal has a total population of about 3,705, with approximately 1,891 males and 1,814 females. The sex ratio is around 959 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 593 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,217 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.68%, with male literacy at about 59.12% and female literacy near 48.02%. There are around 859 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Goalmal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,705 | 1,891 | 1,814 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 593 | 318 | 275 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,217 | 640 | 577 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,989 | 1,118 | 871 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,716 | 773 | 943 |
Connectivity of Goalmal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Goalmal. As per the 2011 stats, Goalmal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Goalmal
Knowing the nearby villages of Goalmal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Goalmal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Goalmal
- Where is Goalmal located?
- Goalmal village is situated in Murarai Ii Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Goalmal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Goalmal is Paikar Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Goalmal?
- The pincode of Goalmal is 731238, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Goalmal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Goalmal is 3,705, with 1,891 males and 1,814 females.
- How many households are there in Goalmal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Goalmal village has a total of 859 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Goalmal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Goalmal is 53.68%. The male literacy rate is 59.12%, while the female literacy rate is 48.02%.