Gokul Pur - Tanda, Ambedkar Nagar
Gokul Pur is a village situated in the Tanda tehsil of Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tanda and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Ambedkarnagar. Dayampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gokul Pur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gokul Pur is 167271. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.45 hectares and falls under the 224190 pincode. Baskhari is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Gokul Pur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tanda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ambedkar Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gokul Pur
As per Census 2011, Gokul Pur village has a total population of 713 people, consisting of 354 males and 359 females. The village has 111 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 100 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 441 literate and 272 illiterate residents. Additionally, 270 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gokul Pur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 713 | 354 | 359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 36 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 270 | 124 | 146 |
| Literate Population | 441 | 260 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 272 | 94 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Gokul Pur
Gokul Pur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Damodarpur Urf Haripur | South-West | 0.74 km |
| Ladanpur | North | 1.00 km |
| Tandwa Mishr | South-West | 1.03 km |
| Dayampur | North-East | 1.09 km |
| Arusa Azampur | South-East | 1.15 km |
| Mahmadpur Semra | South-West | 1.21 km |
| Baniyani | West | 1.59 km |
| Mahmud Pur | North-East | 1.94 km |
| Mohamadpur Muslman | South-East | 1.97 km |
| Harnidih | North | 2.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gokul Pur
Gokul Pur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jafarganj, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baskhari to Gokul Pur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambedkarnagar to Gokul Pur is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gokul Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gokul Pur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gokul Pur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gokul Pur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gokul Pur
Where is Gokul Pur located?
Gokul Pur village is located in Tanda Tehsil, Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gokul Pur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gokul Pur is Dayampur.
What is the pincode of Gokul Pur?
The pincode of Gokul Pur is 224190.
What is the population of Gokul Pur?
Gokul Pur has a total population of 713, including 354 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Gokul Pur?
There are 111 households in Gokul Pur.
What is the literacy rate in Gokul Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gokul Pur is 61.85%. Male literacy is 73.45% and female literacy is 50.42%.