Gokhulpur - Bidupur, Vaishali
Gokhulpur is a village situated in the Bidupur subdivision of Vaishali district, Bihar. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bidupur and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Hajipur. Chechar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gokhulpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gokhulpur is 235938. The village covers a total geographical area of 429 hectares and falls under the 844503 pincode. Hajipur is the nearest town, located about 27 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 2,594 people, consisting of 1,427 males and 1,167 females. The village has 412 households and a sex ratio of 817 females per 1,000 males. There are 536 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 903 literate and 1,691 illiterate residents. Additionally, 801 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gokhulpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,594 | 1,427 | 1,167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 536 | 274 | 262 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 801 | 437 | 364 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 903 | 607 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,691 | 820 | 871 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Mohammad | North-West | 1.37 km |
| Suhai Ram Das | North-East | 1.65 km |
| Fatehpur Shahbaz | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Bazidpur Saidat Majhlopur | North | 2.44 km |
| Chak Sultan | North-West | 2.52 km |
| Bishunpur Said Ali | South-East | 2.66 km |
| Jurawanpur Gopalpur | North-East | 2.89 km |
| Panapur Sirpal Motaluke Bhojpu | East | 3.28 km |
| Paharpur | South | 3.33 km |
| Haibatpur Barari | South-West | 3.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gokhulpur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Gokhulpur. The nearest railway station is Gram Kharika, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Hajipur to Gokhulpur is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gokhulpur
Where is Gokhulpur located?
Gokhulpur village is located in Bidupur Subdivision, Vaishali district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gokhulpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gokhulpur is Chechar.
What is the pincode of Gokhulpur?
The pincode of Gokhulpur is 844503.
What is the population of Gokhulpur?
Gokhulpur has a total population of 2,594, including 1,427 males and 1,167 females.
How many households are there in Gokhulpur?
There are 412 households in Gokhulpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gokhulpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gokhulpur is 34.81%. Male literacy is 42.54% and female literacy is 25.36%.