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.
Goalara has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Goalara 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Goalara village:
- The total population of Goalara village is around 1,217, including approximately 612 males and 605 females, with a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 138 children aged 0–6 years in Goalara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Goalara village has 264 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 597 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Goalara village is about 70.09%, with male literacy at 77.94% and female literacy at 62.15%.
- There are around 287 households in Goalara village.
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%.