Paschim Goalgaon
Paschim Goalgaon is a village located in Raiganj subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 19.1km away from Raiganj, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Paschim Goalgaon village. As per 2009 stats, Birghoi is the gram panchayat of Paschim Goalgaon village.
Paschim 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 Paschim Goalgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Paschim Goalgaon is 309793. The village spans a total geographical area of 225.05 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733123. Raiganj is nearest town to Paschim Goalgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
As per 2019 stats, Paschim Goalgaon village comes under Raiganj assembly & parliamentary constituency.
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Population of Paschim Goalgaon
Below is a concise population overview of Paschim Goalgaon 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 | 1,574 | 789 | 785 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 246 | 134 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 862 | 446 | 416 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 217 | 103 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 771 | 446 | 325 |
| Illiterate Population | 803 | 343 | 460 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Paschim Goalgaon village:
- The total population of Paschim Goalgaon village is around 1,574, including approximately 789 males and 785 females, with a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 246 children aged 0–6 years in Paschim Goalgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Paschim Goalgaon village has 862 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 217 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Paschim Goalgaon village is about 48.98%, with male literacy at 56.53% and female literacy at 41.40%.
- There are around 341 households in Paschim Goalgaon village.
Connectivity of Paschim Goalgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Paschim Goalgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Paschim Goalgaon 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Paschim Goalgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Paschim Goalgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Paschim Goalgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Paschim Goalgaon
- Where is Paschim Goalgaon located?
- Paschim Goalgaon village is situated in Raiganj Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Paschim Goalgaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Paschim Goalgaon is Birghoi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Paschim Goalgaon?
- The pincode of Paschim Goalgaon is 733123, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Paschim Goalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Paschim Goalgaon is 1,574, with 789 males and 785 females.
- How many households are there in Paschim Goalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Paschim Goalgaon village has a total of 341 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Paschim Goalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Paschim Goalgaon is 48.98%. The male literacy rate is 56.53%, while the female literacy rate is 41.40%.