Goanara - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Goanara is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.8 km from Sarisha and around 44.2 km from Alipore. Mathur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Goanara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Goanara is 334446. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.45 hectares and falls under the 743330 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Goanara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Goanara
According to the 2011 Census, Goanara village had a total population of 1,109 people, including 561 males and 548 females, living in 265 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.11%, with male literacy at 83.74% and female literacy at 74.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 645.
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 | 1,109 | 561 | 548 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 75 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 645 | 329 | 316 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 765 | 407 | 358 |
| Illiterate Population | 344 | 154 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Goanara
Goanara 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 Goanara
Goanara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Goanara.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Goanara is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Goanara is about 44.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Goanara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Goanara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Goanara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Goanara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Goanara
Where is Goanara located?
Goanara village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Goanara?
The Gram Panchayat of Goanara is Mathur.
What is the pincode of Goanara?
The pincode of Goanara is 743330.
What is the population of Goanara?
Goanara had a total population of 1,109, including 561 males and 548 females.
How many households are there in Goanara?
Goanara had 265 households.
What is the literacy rate in Goanara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goanara was 79.11%. Male literacy was 83.74% and female literacy was 74.43%.