Gokulpur - Shehera, Panch Mahals
Gokulpur is a village situated in the Shehera taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shehera and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Gokalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gokulpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gokulpur is 518446. The village covers a total geographical area of 267 hectares and falls under the 389002 pincode. Shehera is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Gokulpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gokulpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gokulpur village had a total population of 1,217 people, including 639 males and 578 females, living in 247 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.40%, with male literacy at 95.93% and female literacy at 86.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 70.
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 | 1,217 | 639 | 578 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 99 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 33 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 956 | 518 | 438 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 121 | 140 |
Nearby Villages of Gokulpur
Gokulpur 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 Gokulpur
Gokulpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gokulpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shehera to Gokulpur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Gokulpur is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gokulpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gokulpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gokulpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gokulpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gokulpur
Where is Gokulpur located?
Gokulpur village is located in Shehera Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gokulpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gokulpur is Gokalpur.
What is the pincode of Gokulpur?
The pincode of Gokulpur is 389002.
What is the population of Gokulpur?
Gokulpur had a total population of 1,217, including 639 males and 578 females.
How many households are there in Gokulpur?
Gokulpur had 247 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gokulpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gokulpur was 91.40%. Male literacy was 95.93% and female literacy was 86.56%.