Gokulpura - Aklera, Jhalawar
Gokulpura is a village situated in the Aklera tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aklera and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Lasooriya Shah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gokulpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gokulpura is 104642. The village covers a total geographical area of 116.45 hectares and falls under the 326033 pincode. Aklera is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Gokulpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manohar thana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gokulpura
According to the 2011 Census, Gokulpura village had a total population of 283 people, including 145 males and 138 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.73%, with male literacy at 82.26% and female literacy at 35.94%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 283 | 145 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 21 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 148 | 102 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 43 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Gokulpura
Gokulpura 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 Gokulpura
Public transport in the Gokulpura is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Aklera to Gokulpura is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Gokulpura is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gokulpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gokulpura 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gokulpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gokulpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gokulpura
Where is Gokulpura located?
Gokulpura village is located in Aklera Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gokulpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Gokulpura is Lasooriya Shah.
What is the pincode of Gokulpura?
The pincode of Gokulpura is 326033.
What is the population of Gokulpura?
Gokulpura had a total population of 283, including 145 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Gokulpura?
Gokulpura had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gokulpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gokulpura was 58.73%. Male literacy was 82.26% and female literacy was 35.94%.