Gokanda - Narwar, Shivpuri
Gokanda is a village situated in the Narwar tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narwar and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Douni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gokanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gokanda is 455549. The village covers a total geographical area of 620.12 hectares and falls under the 473880 pincode. Karera is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Gokanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gokanda
According to the 2011 Census, Gokanda village had a total population of 772 people, including 403 males and 369 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.43%, with male literacy at 70.57% and female literacy at 44.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 192.
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 | 772 | 403 | 369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 53 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 192 | 101 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 388 | 247 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 384 | 156 | 228 |
Nearby Villages of Gokanda
Gokanda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhainsa | East | 3.19 km |
| Mihawara | North-West | 3.30 km |
| Dehreta Sani | North-East | 3.69 km |
| Hateda | North-West | 4.22 km |
| Rajpur | South | 4.40 km |
| Chitahari | South-West | 4.50 km |
| Dihayala | South-East | 4.50 km |
| Sunari | East | 5.13 km |
| Basai | North | 5.15 km |
| Papredu | North-East | 5.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gokanda
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Gokanda. The nearest railway station is Sonagir, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karera to Gokanda is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Gokanda is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gokanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gokanda 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 Gokanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gokanda 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 Gokanda
Where is Gokanda located?
Gokanda village is located in Narwar Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gokanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gokanda is Douni.
What is the pincode of Gokanda?
The pincode of Gokanda is 473880.
What is the population of Gokanda?
Gokanda had a total population of 772, including 403 males and 369 females.
How many households are there in Gokanda?
Gokanda had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gokanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gokanda was 58.43%. Male literacy was 70.57% and female literacy was 44.90%.