Gokulapur - Surada, Ganjam
Gokulapur is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from Badagada and around 120 km from Chatrapur. Borada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gokulapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gokulapur is 411014. The village covers a total geographical area of 87 hectares and falls under the 761109 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Gokulapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gokulapur
As per Census 2011, Gokulapur village has a total population of 475 people, consisting of 235 males and 240 females. The village has 95 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 296 literate and 179 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gokulapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 475 | 235 | 240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 31 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 24 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 296 | 172 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 63 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Gokulapur
Gokulapur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gokulapur
Public transport in the Gokulapur is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Brahmapur to Gokulapur is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Gokulapur is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gokulapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gokulapur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gokulapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gokulapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gokulapur
Where is Gokulapur located?
Gokulapur village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gokulapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gokulapur is Borada.
What is the pincode of Gokulapur?
The pincode of Gokulapur is 761109.
What is the population of Gokulapur?
Gokulapur has a total population of 475, including 235 males and 240 females.
How many households are there in Gokulapur?
There are 95 households in Gokulapur.
What is the literacy rate in Gokulapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gokulapur is 62.32%. Male literacy is 73.19% and female literacy is 51.67%.