Gokanya

Gokanya is a village located in Mhow tehsil of Indore district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 16km away from district headquarter Mhow. Mhow is the sub-district headquarter of Gokanya village. As per 2009 stats, Shivnagar is the gram panchayat of Gokanya village.

Gokanya has its own place in the vibrant Indore region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Gokanya

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gokanya is 476506. The village spans a total geographical area of 587.27 hectares. Mhowgaon is nearest town to Gokanya village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Gokanya

Below is a concise population overview of Gokanya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,402 750 652
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 241 131 110
Scheduled Castes (SC) 41 18 23
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 525 272 253
Literate Population 828 512 316
Illiterate Population 574 238 336

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gokanya village:

  • The total population of Gokanya village is around 1,402, including approximately 750 males and 652 females, with a sex ratio of 869 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 241 children aged 0–6 years in Gokanya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gokanya village has 41 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 525 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gokanya village is about 59.06%, with male literacy at 68.27% and female literacy at 48.47%.
  • There are around 279 households in Gokanya village.

Connectivity of Gokanya

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gokanya. As per the 2011 stats, Gokanya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available
Private Bus Service Available
Railway Station Available

Nearby Villages of Gokanya

Knowing the nearby villages of Gokanya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gokanya.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gokanya

Where is Gokanya located?
Gokanya village is situated in Mhow Tehsil, within the Indore district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gokanya?
The Gram Panchayat of Gokanya is Shivnagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Gokanya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gokanya is 1,402, with 750 males and 652 females.
How many households are there in Gokanya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gokanya village has a total of 279 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gokanya as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gokanya is 59.06%. The male literacy rate is 68.27%, while the female literacy rate is 48.47%.