Gokulpur - Kakatpur, Puri
Gokulpur is a village situated in the Kakatpur tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kakatpur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Kotakana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gokulpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gokulpur is 409126. The village covers a total geographical area of 34 hectares and falls under the 752108 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Gokulpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gokulpur
As per Census 2011, Gokulpur village has a total population of 338 people, consisting of 167 males and 171 females. The village has 93 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 263 literate and 75 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gokulpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 338 | 167 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 263 | 138 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 29 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Gokulpur
Gokulpur 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 Gokulpur
Gokulpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Gokulpur is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Gokulpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gokulpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gokulpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gokulpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gokulpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gokulpur
Where is Gokulpur located?
Gokulpur village is located in Kakatpur Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gokulpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gokulpur is Kotakana.
What is the pincode of Gokulpur?
The pincode of Gokulpur is 752108.
What is the population of Gokulpur?
Gokulpur has a total population of 338, including 167 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Gokulpur?
There are 93 households in Gokulpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gokulpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gokulpur is 77.81%. Male literacy is 82.63% and female literacy is 73.10%.