Gokan
Gokan is a village located in Mahanga tehsil of Cuttack district in Odisha, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Mahanga (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Cuttack. As per 2009 stats, Gokan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gokan unique in its vibrant Mahanga-Cuttack region. You’ll see Gokan’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 Gokan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gokan is 399528. The village spans a total geographical area of 188 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754206. Cuttack is nearest town to Gokan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.
Google Map of Gokan
Population of Gokan
According to the 2011 Census, Gokan has a total population of about 1,558, with approximately 792 males and 766 females. The sex ratio is around 967 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 161 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 216 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 75.93%, with male literacy at about 82.07% and female literacy near 69.58%. There are around 419 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gokan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,558 | 792 | 766 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 85 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 216 | 108 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,183 | 650 | 533 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 142 | 233 |
Connectivity of Gokan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gokan. As per the 2011 stats, Gokan 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gokan
Knowing the nearby villages of Gokan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gokan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gokan
- Where is Gokan located?
- Gokan village is situated in Mahanga Tehsil, within the Cuttack district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gokan?
- Gokan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gokan?
- The pincode of Gokan is 754206, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gokan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gokan is 1,558, with 792 males and 766 females.
- How many households are there in Gokan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gokan village has a total of 419 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gokan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gokan is 75.93%. The male literacy rate is 82.07%, while the female literacy rate is 69.58%.