Gokan
Gokan is a village located in Pipili tehsil of Puri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Pipili (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Puri. As per 2009 stats, Nuasasan is the gram panchayat of Gokan village.
Here you can discover what makes Gokan unique in its vibrant Pipili-Puri 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 408789. The village spans a total geographical area of 63 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 752105. Pipili is nearest town to Gokan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Gokan
Population of Gokan
According to the 2011 Census, Gokan has a total population of about 459, with approximately 230 males and 229 females. The sex ratio is around 995 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 47 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 72 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 76.69%, with male literacy at about 84.35% and female literacy near 69.00%. There are around 98 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 | 459 | 230 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 36 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 352 | 194 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 36 | 71 |
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 <5 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 Pipili Tehsil, within the Puri district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gokan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gokan is Nuasasan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gokan?
- The pincode of Gokan is 752105, 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 459, with 230 males and 229 females.
- How many households are there in Gokan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gokan village has a total of 98 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gokan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gokan is 76.69%. The male literacy rate is 84.35%, while the female literacy rate is 69.00%.