Gokhulpur - Narpatganj, Araria
Gokhulpur is a village situated in the Narpatganj subdivision of Araria district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narpatganj and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Araria. Gokhula Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gokhulpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gokhulpur is 221530. The village covers a total geographical area of 455 hectares and falls under the 854335 pincode. Forbesganj is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Gokhulpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gokhulpur
As per Census 2011, Gokhulpur village has a total population of 8,236 people, consisting of 4,318 males and 3,918 females. The village has 1,684 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,614 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,454 literate and 4,782 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,018 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gokhulpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,236 | 4,318 | 3,918 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,614 | 839 | 775 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,018 | 535 | 483 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3,454 | 2,142 | 1,312 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,782 | 2,176 | 2,606 |
Nearby Villages of Gokhulpur
Gokhulpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ajitnagar | West | 1.57 km |
| Pithaura | North-West | 2.14 km |
| Kochgaon | West | 2.98 km |
| Tamganj Toufir | North-East | 3.26 km |
| Garuha Bishunpur | South | 3.30 km |
| Belsandi | South-West | 3.44 km |
| Tamganj | East | 3.51 km |
| Mohanpur | West | 4.44 km |
| Koskapur | North | 5.23 km |
| Sahata | South-West | 5.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gokhulpur
Gokhulpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lalitgram, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Forbesganj to Gokhulpur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Araria to Gokhulpur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gokhulpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gokhulpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gokhulpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gokhulpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Gokhulpur
Where is Gokhulpur located?
Gokhulpur village is located in Narpatganj Subdivision, Araria district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gokhulpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gokhulpur is Gokhula Pur.
What is the pincode of Gokhulpur?
The pincode of Gokhulpur is 854335.
What is the population of Gokhulpur?
Gokhulpur has a total population of 8,236, including 4,318 males and 3,918 females.
How many households are there in Gokhulpur?
There are 1,684 households in Gokhulpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gokhulpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gokhulpur is 41.94%. Male literacy is 49.61% and female literacy is 33.49%.