Goai
Goai is a village located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.8km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 28.4km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Satithan is the gram panchayat of Goai village.
Here you can discover what makes Goai unique in its vibrant Polba Dadpur-Hugli region. You’ll see Goai’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 Goai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Goai is 325204. The village spans a total geographical area of 273.02 hectares. Chunchura is nearest town to Goai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
When it comes to local governance, Goai village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Goai
Population of Goai
According to the 2011 Census, Goai has a total population of about 1,967, with approximately 1,002 males and 965 females. The sex ratio is around 963 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 193 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 998 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 248. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.35%, with male literacy at about 63.17% and female literacy near 51.30%. There are around 481 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Goai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,967 | 1,002 | 965 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 99 | 94 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 998 | 522 | 476 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 248 | 121 | 127 |
Literate Population | 1,128 | 633 | 495 |
Illiterate Population | 839 | 369 | 470 |
Connectivity of Goai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Goai. As per the 2011 stats, Goai 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 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Goai
Knowing the nearby villages of Goai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Goai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Goai
- Where is Goai located?
- Goai village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Goai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Goai is Satithan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Goai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Goai is 1,967, with 1,002 males and 965 females.
- How many households are there in Goai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Goai village has a total of 481 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Goai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Goai is 57.35%. The male literacy rate is 63.17%, while the female literacy rate is 51.30%.