Gokalpar - Kalyanpur, Devbhumi Dwarka
Gokalpar is a village situated in the Kalyanpur taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 21 km from Kalyanpur and around 110 km from Jamnagar. Gokalpar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gokalpar is 513965. The village covers a total geographical area of 785.29 hectares and falls under the 361315 pincode. Dwarka is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Gokalpar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dwarka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gokalpar
According to the 2011 Census, Gokalpar village had a total population of 1,280 people, including 615 males and 665 females, living in 224 households. The sex ratio was 1,081 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.18%, with male literacy at 73.83% and female literacy at 57.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 1,280 | 615 | 665 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 226 | 103 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 687 | 378 | 309 |
| Illiterate Population | 593 | 237 | 356 |
Nearby Villages of Gokalpar
Gokalpar 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 Gokalpar
Public transport in the Gokalpar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dwarka to Gokalpar is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Gokalpar is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gokalpar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gokalpar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gokalpar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gokalpar 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 Gokalpar
Where is Gokalpar located?
Gokalpar village is located in Kalyanpur Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gokalpar?
Gokalpar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gokalpar?
The pincode of Gokalpar is 361315.
What is the population of Gokalpar?
Gokalpar had a total population of 1,280, including 615 males and 665 females.
How many households are there in Gokalpar?
Gokalpar had 224 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gokalpar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gokalpar was 65.18%. Male literacy was 73.83% and female literacy was 57.01%.