Gholkund
Gholkund is a village located in Puncha subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 18.7km away from sub-district headquarter Puncha (tehsildar office) and 55.6km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Chirudihi is the gram panchayat of Gholkund village.
Gholkund has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya 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 Gholkund
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gholkund is 331078. The village spans a total geographical area of 450.92 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723151. Puruliya is nearest town to Gholkund village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 62km away.
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Population of Gholkund
Below is a concise population overview of Gholkund 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 | 1,566 | 799 | 767 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 82 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 634 | 308 | 326 |
| Literate Population | 1,035 | 619 | 416 |
| Illiterate Population | 531 | 180 | 351 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gholkund village:
- The total population of Gholkund village is around 1,566, including approximately 799 males and 767 females, with a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 170 children aged 0–6 years in Gholkund village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gholkund village has 2 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 634 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gholkund village is about 66.09%, with male literacy at 77.47% and female literacy at 54.24%.
- There are around 302 households in Gholkund village.
Connectivity of Gholkund
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gholkund. As per the 2011 stats, Gholkund 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gholkund
Knowing the nearby villages of Gholkund helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gholkund.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gholkund
- Where is Gholkund located?
- Gholkund village is situated in Puncha Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gholkund?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gholkund is Chirudihi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gholkund?
- The pincode of Gholkund is 723151, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gholkund as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gholkund is 1,566, with 799 males and 767 females.
- How many households are there in Gholkund as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gholkund village has a total of 302 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gholkund as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gholkund is 66.09%. The male literacy rate is 77.47%, while the female literacy rate is 54.24%.