Goghat
Goghat is a village located in Goghat I subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 82.4km away from district headquarter Goghat. Goghat is the sub-district headquarter of Goghat village. As per 2009 stats, Goghat village is also a gram panchayat.
Goghat has its own place in the vibrant Hugli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Goghat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Goghat is 324067. The village spans a total geographical area of 522.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712614. Arambag is nearest town to Goghat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Goghat
Population of Goghat
Below is a concise population overview of Goghat as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 5,495 | 2,796 | 2,699 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 580 | 289 | 291 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,002 | 1,008 | 994 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 420 | 222 | 198 |
Literate Population | 4,135 | 2,246 | 1,889 |
Illiterate Population | 1,360 | 550 | 810 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Goghat village:
- The total population of Goghat village is around 5,495, including approximately 2,796 males and 2,699 females, with a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 580 children aged 0–6 years in Goghat village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Goghat village has 2,002 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 420 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Goghat village is about 75.25%, with male literacy at 80.33% and female literacy at 69.99%.
- There are around 1,239 households in Goghat village.
Connectivity of Goghat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Goghat. As per the 2011 stats, Goghat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Goghat
Knowing the nearby villages of Goghat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Goghat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Goghat
- Where is Goghat located?
- Goghat village is situated in Goghat I Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Goghat?
- Goghat serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Goghat?
- The pincode of Goghat is 712614, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Goghat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Goghat is 5,495, with 2,796 males and 2,699 females.
- How many households are there in Goghat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Goghat village has a total of 1,239 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Goghat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Goghat is 75.25%. The male literacy rate is 80.33%, while the female literacy rate is 69.99%.