Goalpara
Goalpara is a village located in Krishnagar I subdivision of Nadia district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.4km away from sub-district headquarter Baruihuda (tehsildar office) and 14.7km away from district headquarter Krishnanagar. As per 2009 stats, Dignagar is the gram panchayat of Goalpara village.
Goalpara has its own place in the vibrant Nadia 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 Goalpara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Goalpara is 321716. The village spans a total geographical area of 200.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 742202. Santipur is nearest town to Goalpara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Goalpara 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 Krishnanagar Dakshin Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Krishnanagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Goalpara
Population of Goalpara
Below is a concise population overview of Goalpara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,408 | 1,248 | 1,160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 121 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,106 | 1,096 | 1,010 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,444 | 830 | 614 |
| Illiterate Population | 964 | 418 | 546 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Goalpara village:
- The total population of Goalpara village is around 2,408, including approximately 1,248 males and 1,160 females, with a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 262 children aged 0–6 years in Goalpara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Goalpara village has 2,106 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 23 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Goalpara village is about 59.97%, with male literacy at 66.51% and female literacy at 52.93%.
- There are around 567 households in Goalpara village.
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 village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 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 Krishnagar I Subdivision, within the Nadia district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Goalpara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Goalpara is Dignagar (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 742202, 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 2,408, with 1,248 males and 1,160 females.
- How many households are there in Goalpara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Goalpara village has a total of 567 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Goalpara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Goalpara is 59.97%. The male literacy rate is 66.51%, while the female literacy rate is 52.93%.