Gokhara
Gokhara is a village located in Narala tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Narala (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Raski is the gram panchayat of Gokhara village.
Here you can discover what makes Gokhara unique in its vibrant Narala-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Gokhara’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 Gokhara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gokhara is 422754. The village spans a total geographical area of 374 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766101. Kesinga is nearest town to Gokhara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Gokhara
Population of Gokhara
According to the 2011 Census, Gokhara has a total population of about 857, with approximately 421 males and 436 females. The sex ratio is around 1035 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 126 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 55 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 205. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.41%, with male literacy at about 61.76% and female literacy near 39.45%. There are around 228 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gokhara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 857 | 421 | 436 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 62 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 205 | 100 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 432 | 260 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 425 | 161 | 264 |
Connectivity of Gokhara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gokhara. As per the 2011 stats, Gokhara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gokhara
Knowing the nearby villages of Gokhara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gokhara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gokhara
- Where is Gokhara located?
- Gokhara village is situated in Narala Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gokhara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gokhara is Raski (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gokhara?
- The pincode of Gokhara is 766101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gokhara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gokhara is 857, with 421 males and 436 females.
- How many households are there in Gokhara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gokhara village has a total of 228 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gokhara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gokhara is 50.41%. The male literacy rate is 61.76%, while the female literacy rate is 39.45%.