Golkunra - Purulia - II, Purulia
Golkunra is a village situated in the Purulia - II subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.5 km from Purulia and around 42 km from Purulia. Belma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Golkunra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golkunra is 329958. The village covers a total geographical area of 319.3 hectares and falls under the 723126 pincode. Purulia is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Golkunra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Golkunra
As per Census 2011, Golkunra village has a total population of 2,703 people, consisting of 1,401 males and 1,302 females. The village has 504 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 418 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,628 literate and 1,075 illiterate residents. Additionally, 853 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Golkunra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,703 | 1,401 | 1,302 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 418 | 219 | 199 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 853 | 445 | 408 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,628 | 995 | 633 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,075 | 406 | 669 |
Nearby Villages of Golkunra
Golkunra 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 Golkunra
Golkunra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Golkunra.
| 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 <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purulia to Golkunra is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Golkunra is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Golkunra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golkunra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Golkunra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golkunra 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Golkunra
Where is Golkunra located?
Golkunra village is located in Purulia - II Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Golkunra?
The Gram Panchayat of Golkunra is Belma.
What is the pincode of Golkunra?
The pincode of Golkunra is 723126.
What is the population of Golkunra?
Golkunra has a total population of 2,703, including 1,401 males and 1,302 females.
How many households are there in Golkunra?
There are 504 households in Golkunra.
What is the literacy rate in Golkunra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golkunra is 60.23%. Male literacy is 71.02% and female literacy is 48.62%.