Goalara
Goalara is a village located in Kharagpur Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Kharagpur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Goalara village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Lachhmapur is the gram panchayat of Goalara village.
Here you can discover what makes Goalara unique in its vibrant Kharagpur Ii-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Goalara’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 Goalara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Goalara is 341800. The village spans a total geographical area of 202.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721301. Kharagpur is nearest town to Goalara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Goalara
Population of Goalara
According to the 2011 Census, Goalara has a total population of about 1,217, with approximately 612 males and 605 females. The sex ratio is around 988 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 138 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 264 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 597. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.09%, with male literacy at about 77.94% and female literacy near 62.15%. There are around 287 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Goalara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,217 | 612 | 605 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 69 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 264 | 130 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 597 | 301 | 296 |
| Literate Population | 853 | 477 | 376 |
| Illiterate Population | 364 | 135 | 229 |
Connectivity of Goalara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Goalara. As per the 2011 stats, Goalara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Goalara
Knowing the nearby villages of Goalara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Goalara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Goalara
- Where is Goalara located?
- Goalara village is situated in Kharagpur Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Goalara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Goalara is Lachhmapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Goalara?
- The pincode of Goalara is 721301, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Goalara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Goalara is 1,217, with 612 males and 605 females.
- How many households are there in Goalara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Goalara village has a total of 287 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Goalara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Goalara is 70.09%. The male literacy rate is 77.94%, while the female literacy rate is 62.15%.