Golami Chak - Arambag, Hooghly
Golami Chak is a village situated in the Arambag subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.8 km from Arambag and around 58.3 km from Chinsura. Harinkhola-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Golami Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golami Chak is 324350. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.97 hectares and falls under the 712413 pincode. Arambagh is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Golami Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pursurah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arambag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Golami Chak
As per Census 2011, Golami Chak village has a total population of 1,020 people, consisting of 530 males and 490 females. The village has 238 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 144 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 592 literate and 428 illiterate residents. Additionally, 237 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Golami Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,020 | 530 | 490 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 74 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 127 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 592 | 336 | 256 |
| Illiterate Population | 428 | 194 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Golami Chak
Golami Chak is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Arunbera | North-East | 0.83 km |
| Amgaon | South | 0.87 km |
| Shyamgram | West | 1.14 km |
| Chhandra | South-West | 1.47 km |
| Saota | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Purbba Krishnapur | North | 1.83 km |
| Haraditya | West | 1.85 km |
| Kadipur | South | 1.86 km |
| Purbba Shibpur | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Birati | South-West | 2.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Golami Chak
Golami Chak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Tarakeswar, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arambagh to Golami Chak is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Golami Chak is about 58.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Golami Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golami Chak 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Golami Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golami Chak 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Golami Chak
Where is Golami Chak located?
Golami Chak village is located in Arambag Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Golami Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Golami Chak is Harinkhola-i.
What is the pincode of Golami Chak?
The pincode of Golami Chak is 712413.
What is the population of Golami Chak?
Golami Chak has a total population of 1,020, including 530 males and 490 females.
How many households are there in Golami Chak?
There are 238 households in Golami Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Golami Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golami Chak is 58.04%. Male literacy is 63.40% and female literacy is 52.24%.