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.

Here you can discover what makes Goalgaon unique in its vibrant Goalpokhar Ii-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Goalgaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

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

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Population of Goalgaon

According to the 2011 Census, Goalgaon has a total population of about 3,710, with approximately 1,875 males and 1,835 females. The sex ratio is around 978 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 837 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,246 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 117. The overall literacy rate is approximately 32.32%, with male literacy at about 39.52% and female literacy near 24.96%. There are around 728 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Goalgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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)
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%.