Gofanagar
About Gofanagar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gofanagar village is 311641. Gofanagar village is located in Tapan subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 21.2km away from sub-district headquarter Tapan. Balurghat is the district headquarter of Gofanagar village. As per 2009 stats, Gophanagar is the gram panchayat of Gofanagar village.
The total geographical area of village is 222.75 hectares. Gofanagar has a total population of 654 peoples, out of which male population is 331 while female population is 323. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 975 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gofanagar village is 64.68% out of which 73.11% males and 56.04% females are literate. There are about 182 houses in gofanagar village. Pincode of gofanagar village locality is 733102.
When it comes to administration, Gofanagar village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gofanagar village comes under Tapan Vidhan Sabha constituency & Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency. Balurghat is nearest town to gofanagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
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Population of Gofanagar
The population details of Gofanagar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 654 | 331 | 323 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 69 | 33 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 44 | 26 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 107 | 53 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 423 | 242 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 231 | 89 | 142 |
Connectivity of Gofanagar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gofanagar
Where is Gofanagar located?
Gofanagar village is situated in Tapan Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gofanagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gofanagar is Gophanagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gofanagar?
The pincode of Gofanagar is 733102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gofanagar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gofanagar is 654, with 331 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Gofanagar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gofanagar village has a total of 182 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gofanagar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gofanagar is 64.68%. The male literacy rate is 73.11%, while the female literacy rate is 56.04%.