Golconda is a city located in Pope County, in the state of Illinois (IL), United States. Nestled in the East North Central division of the Midwest region, it covers an area of 0.6 square miles (1.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 352 ft. With a population of approximately 726 residents, Golconda offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 43.66% males and 56.34% females, and it has a population density of 296.43 people per square mile (500.55/km²). Golconda lies at a latitude of 37.36 and a longitude of -88.49, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (7.4%), followed by English (13.4%), German (25.8%), and Scotch-Irish (3.4%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 62938.