Goalpara
Goalpara is a village located in Itahar subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.4km away from sub-district headquarter Itahar. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Goalpara village. As per 2009 stats, Patirajpur is the gram panchayat of Goalpara village.
Goalpara 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 Goalpara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Goalpara is 310186. The village spans a total geographical area of 147.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733123. Raiganj is nearest town to Goalpara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
Google Map of Goalpara
Population of Goalpara
Below is a concise population overview of Goalpara 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 | 867 | 475 | 392 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 47 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 687 | 379 | 308 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 31 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 433 | 292 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 434 | 183 | 251 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Goalpara village:
- The total population of Goalpara village is around 867, including approximately 475 males and 392 females, with a sex ratio of 825 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 88 children aged 0–6 years in Goalpara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Goalpara village has 687 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 48 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Goalpara village is about 49.94%, with male literacy at 61.47% and female literacy at 35.97%.
- There are around 171 households in Goalpara village.
Connectivity of Goalpara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Goalpara. As per the 2011 stats, Goalpara 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 Goalpara
Knowing the nearby villages of Goalpara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Goalpara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Goalpara
- Where is Goalpara located?
- Goalpara village is situated in Itahar Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Goalpara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Goalpara is Patirajpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Goalpara?
- The pincode of Goalpara is 733123, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Goalpara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Goalpara is 867, with 475 males and 392 females.
- How many households are there in Goalpara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Goalpara village has a total of 171 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Goalpara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Goalpara is 49.94%. The male literacy rate is 61.47%, while the female literacy rate is 35.97%.