Gokalthana - Ghansaur, Seoni
Gokalthana is a village situated in the Ghansaur tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansaur and around 113 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Gokalthana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gokalthana is 496210. The village covers a total geographical area of 400.53 hectares and falls under the 480997 pincode. Jabalpur is the nearest town, located about 83 km away.
Gokalthana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakhnadon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gokalthana
According to the 2011 Census, Gokalthana village had a total population of 710 people, including 348 males and 362 females, living in 148 households. The sex ratio was 1,040 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.78%, with male literacy at 78.35% and female literacy at 56.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 518.
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 | 710 | 348 | 362 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 57 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 518 | 259 | 259 |
| Literate Population | 406 | 228 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 304 | 120 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Gokalthana
Gokalthana 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 Gokalthana
Gokalthana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jabalpur to Gokalthana is about 83 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Gokalthana is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gokalthana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gokalthana 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 Gokalthana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gokalthana 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 Gokalthana
Where is Gokalthana located?
Gokalthana village is located in Ghansaur Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gokalthana?
Gokalthana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gokalthana?
The pincode of Gokalthana is 480997.
What is the population of Gokalthana?
Gokalthana had a total population of 710, including 348 males and 362 females.
How many households are there in Gokalthana?
Gokalthana had 148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gokalthana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gokalthana was 66.78%. Male literacy was 78.35% and female literacy was 56.15%.