Golapara - Manbazar - II, Purulia
Golapara is a village situated in the Manbazar - II subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 28 km from Manbazar and around 65.1 km from Purulia. Buribandh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Golapara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golapara is 332329. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.8 hectares and falls under the 723131 pincode. Purulia is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Golapara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Golapara
According to the 2011 Census, Golapara village had a total population of 1,396 people, including 709 males and 687 females, living in 301 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.84%, with male literacy at 70.49% and female literacy at 39.07%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,349.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,396 | 709 | 687 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 82 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,349 | 684 | 665 |
| Literate Population | 685 | 442 | 243 |
| Illiterate Population | 711 | 267 | 444 |
Nearby Villages of Golapara
Golapara is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Golapara
Golapara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purulia to Golapara is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Golapara is about 65.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Golapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golapara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Golapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golapara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Golapara
Where is Golapara located?
Golapara village is located in Manbazar - II Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Golapara?
The Gram Panchayat of Golapara is Buribandh.
What is the pincode of Golapara?
The pincode of Golapara is 723131.
What is the population of Golapara?
Golapara had a total population of 1,396, including 709 males and 687 females.
How many households are there in Golapara?
Golapara had 301 households.
What is the literacy rate in Golapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golapara was 54.84%. Male literacy was 70.49% and female literacy was 39.07%.