Goalgaon
Goalgaon is a village located in Goalpokhar Ii subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 30.5km away from sub-district headquarter Goalpokhar . Raiganj is the district headquarter of Goalgaon village. As per 2009 stats, Toriyal is the gram panchayat of Goalgaon village.
Goalgaon has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Dinajpur 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 Goalgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Goalgaon is 309353. The village spans a total geographical area of 359.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733208. Kishanganj is nearest town to Goalgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
Google Map of Goalgaon
Population of Goalgaon
Below is a concise population overview of Goalgaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 3,710 | 1,875 | 1,835 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 837 | 427 | 410 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,246 | 646 | 600 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 117 | 50 | 67 |
Literate Population | 1,199 | 741 | 458 |
Illiterate Population | 2,511 | 1,134 | 1,377 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Goalgaon village:
- The total population of Goalgaon village is around 3,710, including approximately 1,875 males and 1,835 females, with a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 837 children aged 0–6 years in Goalgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Goalgaon village has 1,246 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 117 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Goalgaon village is about 32.32%, with male literacy at 39.52% and female literacy at 24.96%.
- There are around 728 households in Goalgaon village.
Connectivity of Goalgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Goalgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Goalgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Goalgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Goalgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Goalgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Goalgaon
- Where is Goalgaon located?
- Goalgaon village is situated in Goalpokhar Ii Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Goalgaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Goalgaon is Toriyal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Goalgaon?
- The pincode of Goalgaon is 733208, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Goalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Goalgaon is 3,710, with 1,875 males and 1,835 females.
- How many households are there in Goalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Goalgaon village has a total of 728 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Goalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Goalgaon is 32.32%. The male literacy rate is 39.52%, while the female literacy rate is 24.96%.