Goalgaon
Goalgaon is a village located in Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 4.6km away from sub-district headquarter Kushmundi (tehsildar office) and 72.8km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Akcha is the gram panchayat of Goalgaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Goalgaon unique in its vibrant Kushmundi-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Goalgaon’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 Goalgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Goalgaon is 310403. The village spans a total geographical area of 269.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733132. Kaliagong is nearest town to Goalgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Goalgaon
Population of Goalgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Goalgaon has a total population of about 1,434, with approximately 751 males and 683 females. The sex ratio is around 909 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 192 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 814 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 132. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.39%, with male literacy at about 57.39% and female literacy near 44.80%. There are around 346 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Goalgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,434 | 751 | 683 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 104 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 814 | 428 | 386 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 132 | 70 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 737 | 431 | 306 |
| Illiterate Population | 697 | 320 | 377 |
Connectivity of Goalgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Goalgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Goalgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Goalgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Goalgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Goalgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Goalgaon
- Where is Goalgaon located?
- Goalgaon village is situated in Kushmundi Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Goalgaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Goalgaon is Akcha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Goalgaon?
- The pincode of Goalgaon is 733132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Goalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Goalgaon is 1,434, with 751 males and 683 females.
- How many households are there in Goalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Goalgaon village has a total of 346 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Goalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Goalgaon is 51.39%. The male literacy rate is 57.39%, while the female literacy rate is 44.80%.