Golbera - Purulia - I, Purulia
Golbera is a village situated in the Purulia - I subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.4 km from Purulia and around 17.4 km from Purulia. Garafusra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Golbera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golbera is 330918. The village covers a total geographical area of 228.24 hectares and falls under the 723103 pincode. Purulia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Golbera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balarampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Purulia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Golbera
As per Census 2011, Golbera village has a total population of 1,634 people, consisting of 848 males and 786 females. The village has 273 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 230 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 894 literate and 740 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 66 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Golbera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,634 | 848 | 786 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 124 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 35 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 894 | 567 | 327 |
| Illiterate Population | 740 | 281 | 459 |
Nearby Villages of Golbera
Golbera 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 Golbera
Golbera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Golbera.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purulia to Golbera is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Golbera is about 17.4 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Golbera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golbera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Golbera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golbera 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Golbera
Where is Golbera located?
Golbera village is located in Purulia - I Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Golbera?
The Gram Panchayat of Golbera is Garafusra.
What is the pincode of Golbera?
The pincode of Golbera is 723103.
What is the population of Golbera?
Golbera has a total population of 1,634, including 848 males and 786 females.
How many households are there in Golbera?
There are 273 households in Golbera.
What is the literacy rate in Golbera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golbera is 54.71%. Male literacy is 66.86% and female literacy is 41.60%.