Golakchak
Golakchak is a village located in Salbani subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Salbani are the district & sub-district headquarters of Golakchak village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Shatpati is the gram panchayat of Golakchak village.
Golakchak 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 Golakchak
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Golakchak is 338872. The village spans a total geographical area of 96.56 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721102. Medinipur is nearest town to Golakchak village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
As per 2019 stats, Golakchak village comes under Medinipur assembly & parliamentary constituency.
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Population of Golakchak
Below is a concise population overview of Golakchak 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 | 190 | 109 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 153 | 91 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 18 | 19 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Golakchak village:
- The total population of Golakchak village is around 190, including approximately 109 males and 81 females, with a sex ratio of 743 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 16 children aged 0–6 years in Golakchak village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Golakchak village has 16 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Golakchak village is about 80.53%, with male literacy at 83.49% and female literacy at 76.54%.
- There are around 44 households in Golakchak village.
Connectivity of Golakchak
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Golakchak. As per the 2011 stats, Golakchak 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Golakchak
Knowing the nearby villages of Golakchak helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Golakchak.
Frequently Asked Questions about Golakchak
- Where is Golakchak located?
- Golakchak village is situated in Salbani Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Golakchak?
- The Gram Panchayat of Golakchak is Shatpati (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Golakchak?
- The pincode of Golakchak is 721102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Golakchak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Golakchak is 190, with 109 males and 81 females.
- How many households are there in Golakchak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Golakchak village has a total of 44 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Golakchak as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Golakchak is 80.53%. The male literacy rate is 83.49%, while the female literacy rate is 76.54%.