Gokanda
Gokanda is a village located in Narwar tehsil of Shivpuri district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 60km away from sub-district headquarter Narwar (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Shivpuri. As per 2009 stats, Douni is the gram panchayat of Gokanda village.
Here you can discover what makes Gokanda unique in its vibrant Narwar-Shivpuri region. You’ll see Gokanda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gokanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gokanda is 455549. The village spans a total geographical area of 620.12 hectares. Karera is nearest town to Gokanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Gokanda
Population of Gokanda
According to the 2011 Census, Gokanda has a total population of about 772, with approximately 403 males and 369 females. The sex ratio is around 915 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 108 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 192 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.26%, with male literacy at about 61.29% and female literacy near 38.21%. There are around 138 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gokanda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 772 | 403 | 369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 53 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 192 | 101 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 388 | 247 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 384 | 156 | 228 |
Connectivity of Gokanda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gokanda. As per the 2011 stats, Gokanda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gokanda
Knowing the nearby villages of Gokanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gokanda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gokanda
- Where is Gokanda located?
- Gokanda village is situated in Narwar Tehsil, within the Shivpuri district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gokanda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gokanda is Douni (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gokanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gokanda is 772, with 403 males and 369 females.
- How many households are there in Gokanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gokanda village has a total of 138 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gokanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gokanda is 50.26%. The male literacy rate is 61.29%, while the female literacy rate is 38.21%.