Gholai
Gholai is a village located in Egra I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Egra are the district & sub-district headquarters of Gholai village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Jumki is the gram panchayat of Gholai village.
Here you can discover what makes Gholai unique in its vibrant Egra I-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Gholai’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 Gholai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gholai is 346692. The village spans a total geographical area of 64.71 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721429. Egra is nearest town to Gholai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Gholai
Population of Gholai
According to the 2011 Census, Gholai has a total population of about 580, with approximately 281 males and 299 females. The sex ratio is around 1064 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 68 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 250 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.79%, with male literacy at about 80.07% and female literacy near 58.19%. There are around 127 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gholai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 580 | 281 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 29 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 250 | 118 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 399 | 225 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 56 | 125 |
Connectivity of Gholai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gholai. As per the 2011 stats, Gholai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gholai
Knowing the nearby villages of Gholai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gholai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gholai
- Where is Gholai located?
- Gholai village is situated in Egra I Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gholai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gholai is Jumki (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gholai?
- The pincode of Gholai is 721429, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gholai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gholai is 580, with 281 males and 299 females.
- How many households are there in Gholai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gholai village has a total of 127 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gholai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gholai is 68.79%. The male literacy rate is 80.07%, while the female literacy rate is 58.19%.