Gokhur
Gokhur is a village located in Bhopalpattnam tehsil of Bijapur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Bhopalpattanam (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Bijapur. As per 2009 stats, Vadla is the gram panchayat of Gokhur village.
Here you can discover what makes Gokhur unique in its vibrant Bhopalpattnam-Bijapur region. You’ll see Gokhur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gokhur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gokhur is 450734. The village spans a total geographical area of 140.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496118. Bhopalpattanam is nearest town to Gokhur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gokhur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gokhur
Population of Gokhur
According to the 2011 Census, Gokhur has a total population of about 199, with approximately 101 males and 98 females. The sex ratio is around 970 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 30 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 16 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 159. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.81%, with male literacy at about 71.29% and female literacy near 52.04%. There are around 33 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gokhur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 199 | 101 | 98 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 12 | 18 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 11 | 5 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 159 | 77 | 82 |
Literate Population | 123 | 72 | 51 |
Illiterate Population | 76 | 29 | 47 |
Connectivity of Gokhur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gokhur. As per the 2011 stats, Gokhur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gokhur
Knowing the nearby villages of Gokhur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gokhur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gokhur
- Where is Gokhur located?
- Gokhur village is situated in Bhopalpattnam Tehsil, within the Bijapur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gokhur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gokhur is Vadla (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gokhur?
- The pincode of Gokhur is 496118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gokhur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gokhur is 199, with 101 males and 98 females.
- How many households are there in Gokhur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gokhur village has a total of 33 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gokhur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gokhur is 61.81%. The male literacy rate is 71.29%, while the female literacy rate is 52.04%.