Gokulkhata No.1 - Gossaigaon (Pt), Kokrajhar
Gokulkhata No.1 is a village situated in the Gossaigaon (Pt) subdivision of Kokrajhar district, Assam. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gossaigaon and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Kokrajhar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gokulkhata No.1 is 279671. The village covers a total geographical area of 152.05 hectares and falls under the 783361 pincode. Gossaigaon is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Gokulkhata No.1 village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Gossaigaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kokrajhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gokulkhata No.1
As per Census 2011, Gokulkhata No.1 village has a total population of 1,689 people, consisting of 889 males and 800 females. The village has 339 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 187 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,225 literate and 464 illiterate residents. Additionally, 152 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 404 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gokulkhata No.1 are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,689 | 889 | 800 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 187 | 100 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 84 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 404 | 204 | 200 |
| Literate Population | 1,225 | 678 | 547 |
| Illiterate Population | 464 | 211 | 253 |
Nearby Villages of Gokulkhata No.1
Gokulkhata No.1 is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gokulkhata No.1
Gokulkhata No.1 is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gossaigaon to Gokulkhata No.1 is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kokrajhar to Gokulkhata No.1 is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gokulkhata No.1
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gokulkhata No.1 village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gokulkhata No.1
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gokulkhata No.1 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gokulkhata No.1
Where is Gokulkhata No.1 located?
Gokulkhata No.1 village is located in Gossaigaon (Pt) Subdivision, Kokrajhar district, Assam, India.
What is the pincode of Gokulkhata No.1?
The pincode of Gokulkhata No.1 is 783361.
What is the population of Gokulkhata No.1?
Gokulkhata No.1 has a total population of 1,689, including 889 males and 800 females.
How many households are there in Gokulkhata No.1?
There are 339 households in Gokulkhata No.1.
What is the literacy rate in Gokulkhata No.1?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gokulkhata No.1 is 72.53%. Male literacy is 76.27% and female literacy is 68.38%.