Gokala
About Gokala
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gokala village is 489638. Gokala village is located in Shahpura tehsil of Jabalpur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Shahpura (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Jabalpur. As per 2009 stats, Matanpur is the gram panchayat of Gokala village.
The total geographical area of village is 264.37 hectares. Gokala has a total population of 989 peoples, out of which male population is 532 while female population is 457. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 859 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gokala village is 63.80% out of which 77.07% males and 48.36% females are literate. There are about 257 houses in gokala village.
When it comes to administration, Gokala village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gokala village comes under Bargi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jabalpur Lok Sabha constituency. Shahpura is nearest town to gokala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
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Population of Gokala
The population details of Gokala cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 989 | 532 | 457 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 115 | 53 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 181 | 104 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 631 | 410 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 122 | 236 |
Connectivity of Gokala
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gokala
Where is Gokala located?
Gokala village is situated in Shahpura Tehsil, within the Jabalpur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gokala?
The Gram Panchayat of Gokala is Matanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Gokala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gokala is 989, with 532 males and 457 females.
How many households are there in Gokala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gokala village has a total of 257 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gokala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gokala is 63.80%. The male literacy rate is 77.07%, while the female literacy rate is 48.36%.