Gokhur - Bhopalpattnam, Bijapur
Gokhur is a village situated in the Bhopalpattnam tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhopalpattanam and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Vadla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gokhur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gokhur is 450734. The village covers a total geographical area of 140.28 hectares and falls under the 494448 pincode. Bhopalpattanam is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Gokhur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gokhur
According to the 2011 Census, Gokhur village had a total population of 199 people, including 101 males and 98 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.78%, with male literacy at 80.90% and female literacy at 63.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 159.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Gokhur
Gokhur 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 Gokhur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gokhur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhopalpattanam to Gokhur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Gokhur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gokhur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gokhur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gokhur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gokhur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gokhur
Where is Gokhur located?
Gokhur village is located in Bhopalpattnam Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gokhur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gokhur is Vadla.
What is the pincode of Gokhur?
The pincode of Gokhur is 494448.
What is the population of Gokhur?
Gokhur had a total population of 199, including 101 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Gokhur?
Gokhur had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gokhur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gokhur was 72.78%. Male literacy was 80.90% and female literacy was 63.75%.