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.

Gokan has its own place in the vibrant Cuttack region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Gokan

Below is a concise population overview of Gokan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gokan village:

  • The total population of Gokan village is around 1,558, including approximately 792 males and 766 females, with a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 161 children aged 0–6 years in Gokan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gokan village has 216 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gokan village is about 75.93%, with male literacy at 82.07% and female literacy at 69.58%.
  • There are around 419 households in Gokan village.

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.

Goratanga Erakana Sukuapada Debario Manijori Osanga Barahipur Mahanga Raghunathnagar Budhukunia Padandaspur

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%.