Gokulpur - Sonhaula, Bhagalpur
Gokulpur is a village situated in the Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonhaula and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Madarganj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gokulpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gokulpur is 240218. The village covers a total geographical area of 221 hectares and falls under the 813204 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Gokulpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kahalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gokulpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gokulpur village had a total population of 823 people, including 409 males and 414 females, living in 159 households. The sex ratio was 1,012 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.44%, with male literacy at 62.12% and female literacy at 32.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 793.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 823 | 409 | 414 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 50 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 793 | 397 | 396 |
| Literate Population | 343 | 223 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 480 | 186 | 294 |
Nearby Villages of Gokulpur
Gokulpur 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 Gokulpur
Gokulpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Colgong to Gokulpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Gokulpur is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gokulpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gokulpur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gokulpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gokulpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gokulpur
Where is Gokulpur located?
Gokulpur village is located in Sonhaula Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gokulpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gokulpur is Madarganj.
What is the pincode of Gokulpur?
The pincode of Gokulpur is 813204.
What is the population of Gokulpur?
Gokulpur had a total population of 823, including 409 males and 414 females.
How many households are there in Gokulpur?
Gokulpur had 159 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gokulpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gokulpur was 47.44%. Male literacy was 62.12% and female literacy was 32.97%.