Goas - Karimpur - II, Nadia
Goas is a village situated in the Karimpur - II subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rahamatpur and around 69.5 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Rahamatpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Goas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Goas is 321159. The village covers a total geographical area of 1099.35 hectares and falls under the 741165 pincode. Krishnagar is the nearest town, located about 77 km away.
Goas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karimpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Murshidabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Goas
As per Census 2011, Goas village has a total population of 9,609 people, consisting of 4,951 males and 4,658 females. The village has 2,618 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 907 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,315 literate and 4,294 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,524 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 256 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Goas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,609 | 4,951 | 4,658 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 907 | 469 | 438 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,524 | 1,791 | 1,733 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 256 | 136 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 5,315 | 2,826 | 2,489 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,294 | 2,125 | 2,169 |
Nearby Villages of Goas
Goas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barbakpur | West | 2.36 km |
| Dakshin Gopalpur | South | 3.48 km |
| Mahish Bathan | East | 3.50 km |
| Ratanpur | West | 3.63 km |
| Thanapara | North-West | 4.02 km |
| Yusufpur | West | 4.39 km |
| Malintala | North-East | 4.51 km |
| Huda Gopirampur | East | 4.73 km |
| Nandanpur | South | 5.01 km |
| Gandharajpur | East | 5.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Goas
Goas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sirajnagar Halt, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Krishnagar to Goas is about 77 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Goas is about 69.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Goas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Goas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Goas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Goas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Goas
Where is Goas located?
Goas village is located in Karimpur - II Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Goas?
The Gram Panchayat of Goas is Rahamatpur.
What is the pincode of Goas?
The pincode of Goas is 741165.
What is the population of Goas?
Goas has a total population of 9,609, including 4,951 males and 4,658 females.
How many households are there in Goas?
There are 2,618 households in Goas.
What is the literacy rate in Goas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goas is 55.31%. Male literacy is 57.08% and female literacy is 53.43%.