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
As per Census 2011, Gokhur village has a total population of 199 people, consisting of 101 males and 98 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 123 literate and 76 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 159 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gokhur are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 199, including 101 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Gokhur?
There are 33 households in Gokhur.
What is the literacy rate in Gokhur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gokhur is 61.81%. Male literacy is 71.29% and female literacy is 52.04%.