Gokulpura - Sitamau, Mandsaur
Gokulpura is a village situated in the Sitamau tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitamau and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Jhangriya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gokulpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gokulpura is 469847. The village covers a total geographical area of 143.92 hectares and falls under the 458389 pincode. Sitamau is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Gokulpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Suwasra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gokulpura
As per Census 2011, Gokulpura village has a total population of 603 people, consisting of 298 males and 305 females. The village has 125 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 289 literate and 314 illiterate residents. Additionally, 156 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gokulpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 603 | 298 | 305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 40 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 81 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 289 | 178 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 314 | 120 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Gokulpura
Gokulpura 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 Gokulpura
Gokulpura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitamau to Gokulpura is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Gokulpura is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gokulpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gokulpura 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 Gokulpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gokulpura 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 Gokulpura
Where is Gokulpura located?
Gokulpura village is located in Sitamau Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gokulpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Gokulpura is Jhangriya.
What is the pincode of Gokulpura?
The pincode of Gokulpura is 458389.
What is the population of Gokulpura?
Gokulpura has a total population of 603, including 298 males and 305 females.
How many households are there in Gokulpura?
There are 125 households in Gokulpura.
What is the literacy rate in Gokulpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gokulpura is 47.93%. Male literacy is 59.73% and female literacy is 36.39%.