Gokulsara - Dhamangaon Railway, Amravati
Gokulsara is a village situated in the Dhamangaon Railway tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhamangaon Railway and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Gokulsara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gokulsara is 533300. The village covers a total geographical area of 319 hectares and falls under the 444711 pincode. Dattapur Dhamangaon is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Gokulsara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhamamgaon railway Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gokulsara
As per Census 2011, Gokulsara village has a total population of 522 people, consisting of 263 males and 259 females. The village has 134 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 446 literate and 76 illiterate residents. Additionally, 146 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 109 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gokulsara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 522 | 263 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 20 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 75 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 53 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 446 | 230 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 33 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Gokulsara
Gokulsara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Marda | East | 1.50 km |
| Daryapur | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Salfal | South | 1.81 km |
| Dahyapur | North-East | 1.94 km |
| Saikheda | North | 2.17 km |
| Borgaon Nistane | West | 2.21 km |
| Salabadpur | South-West | 2.48 km |
| Dattapur | East | 2.67 km |
| Dongargaon | North-East | 2.80 km |
| Dighi Mahalle | North-West | 2.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gokulsara
Public transport in the Gokulsara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pulgaon Jn, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dattapur Dhamangaon to Gokulsara is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Gokulsara is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gokulsara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gokulsara 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gokulsara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gokulsara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gokulsara
Where is Gokulsara located?
Gokulsara village is located in Dhamangaon Railway Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gokulsara?
Gokulsara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gokulsara?
The pincode of Gokulsara is 444711.
What is the population of Gokulsara?
Gokulsara has a total population of 522, including 263 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Gokulsara?
There are 134 households in Gokulsara.
What is the literacy rate in Gokulsara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gokulsara is 85.44%. Male literacy is 87.45% and female literacy is 83.40%.