Goalapota
Goalapota is a village located in Sonarpur subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.9km away from sub-district headquarter Rajpur (tehsildar office) and 33.4km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Kheyadaha I is the gram panchayat of Goalapota village.
Goalapota has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas 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 Goalapota
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Goalapota is 333555. The village spans a total geographical area of 47.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 700150. Calcutta is nearest town to Goalapota village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Goalapota village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sonarpur Uttar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Goalapota
Below is a concise population overview of Goalapota 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 | 188 | 95 | 93 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 15 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 93 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 100 | 54 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 41 | 47 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Goalapota village:
- The total population of Goalapota village is around 188, including approximately 95 males and 93 females, with a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 21 children aged 0–6 years in Goalapota village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Goalapota village has 184 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Goalapota village is about 53.19%, with male literacy at 56.84% and female literacy at 49.46%.
- There are around 43 households in Goalapota village.
Connectivity of Goalapota
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Goalapota. As per the 2011 stats, Goalapota 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Goalapota
Knowing the nearby villages of Goalapota helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Goalapota.
Frequently Asked Questions about Goalapota
- Where is Goalapota located?
- Goalapota village is situated in Sonarpur Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Goalapota?
- The Gram Panchayat of Goalapota is Kheyadaha I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Goalapota?
- The pincode of Goalapota is 700150, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Goalapota as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Goalapota is 188, with 95 males and 93 females.
- How many households are there in Goalapota as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Goalapota village has a total of 43 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Goalapota as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Goalapota is 53.19%. The male literacy rate is 56.84%, while the female literacy rate is 49.46%.