Goaldob - Haringhata, Nadia
Goaldob is a village situated in the Haringhata subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Subarnapur and around 63.6 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Nagarukhra-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Goaldob village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Goaldob is 322403. The village covers a total geographical area of 345.98 hectares and falls under the 741257 pincode. Habra is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Goaldob village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Goaldob
As per Census 2011, Goaldob village has a total population of 4,883 people, consisting of 2,445 males and 2,438 females. The village has 1,109 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 546 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,395 literate and 1,488 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,888 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 140 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Goaldob are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,883 | 2,445 | 2,438 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 546 | 266 | 280 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,888 | 972 | 916 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 69 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 3,395 | 1,829 | 1,566 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,488 | 616 | 872 |
Nearby Villages of Goaldob
Goaldob 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Bhandarkona | South-West | 0.88 km |
| Malpara | West | 0.92 km |
| Hapania | East | 1.03 km |
| Baikara | South-West | 1.89 km |
| Dasbaria | East | 1.92 km |
| Singa | South-East | 1.93 km |
| Barasat | North | 1.95 km |
| Thansara | South | 1.98 km |
| Baruni | West | 2.00 km |
| Hari Puknaria | North-West | 2.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Goaldob
Goaldob is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Madanpur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Habra to Goaldob is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Goaldob is about 63.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Goaldob
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Goaldob village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Goaldob
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Goaldob village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Goaldob
Where is Goaldob located?
Goaldob village is located in Haringhata Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Goaldob?
The Gram Panchayat of Goaldob is Nagarukhra-i.
What is the pincode of Goaldob?
The pincode of Goaldob is 741257.
What is the population of Goaldob?
Goaldob has a total population of 4,883, including 2,445 males and 2,438 females.
How many households are there in Goaldob?
There are 1,109 households in Goaldob.
What is the literacy rate in Goaldob?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goaldob is 69.53%. Male literacy is 74.81% and female literacy is 64.23%.