Goalpara
Goalpara is a village located in Goghat I subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.7km away from sub-district headquarter Goghat (tehsildar office) and 88.6km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Saora is the gram panchayat of Goalpara village.
Here you can discover what makes Goalpara unique in its vibrant Goghat I-Hugli region. You’ll see Goalpara’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 Goalpara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Goalpara is 324103. The village spans a total geographical area of 160.52 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712614. Arambag is nearest town to Goalpara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
Google Map of Goalpara
Population of Goalpara
According to the 2011 Census, Goalpara has a total population of about 1,152, with approximately 585 males and 567 females. The sex ratio is around 969 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 135 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 888 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 14. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.46%, with male literacy at about 67.86% and female literacy near 50.79%. There are around 239 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Goalpara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,152 | 585 | 567 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 66 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 888 | 445 | 443 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 685 | 397 | 288 |
| Illiterate Population | 467 | 188 | 279 |
Connectivity of Goalpara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Goalpara. As per the 2011 stats, Goalpara 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Goalpara
Knowing the nearby villages of Goalpara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Goalpara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Goalpara
- Where is Goalpara located?
- Goalpara village is situated in Goghat I Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Goalpara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Goalpara is Saora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Goalpara?
- The pincode of Goalpara is 712614, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Goalpara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Goalpara is 1,152, with 585 males and 567 females.
- How many households are there in Goalpara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Goalpara village has a total of 239 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Goalpara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Goalpara is 59.46%. The male literacy rate is 67.86%, while the female literacy rate is 50.79%.