Gokula Mafee - Utraula, Balrampur
Gokula Mafee is a village situated in the Utraula tehsil of Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Utraula and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Balrampur. Terahwa Ahema serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gokula Mafee village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gokula Mafee is 173958. The village covers a total geographical area of 87 hectares and falls under the 271306 pincode. Utraula is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Gokula Mafee village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Utraula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gonda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gokula Mafee
As per Census 2011, Gokula Mafee village has a total population of 563 people, consisting of 289 males and 274 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 98 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 261 literate and 302 illiterate residents. Additionally, 204 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gokula Mafee are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 563 | 289 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 46 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 204 | 102 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 261 | 157 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 302 | 132 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Gokula Mafee
Gokula Mafee 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sakdaria | South | 1.05 km |
| Jafrabad | West | 1.06 km |
| Poopah Dever | North | 1.07 km |
| Terahwa Ahema | North-East | 1.12 km |
| Ranipur | North-West | 1.12 km |
| Faqirapur | East | 1.26 km |
| Basti | East | 1.73 km |
| Belai Bujurg | North | 2.03 km |
| Barhra Bhithaura | South-West | 2.10 km |
| Majhaua Kand | North | 2.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gokula Mafee
Gokula Mafee is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gainjahwa, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.8 km.
| 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 Utraula to Gokula Mafee is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balrampur to Gokula Mafee is about 37 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 Gokula Mafee
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gokula Mafee 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 Gokula Mafee
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gokula Mafee 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 Gokula Mafee
Where is Gokula Mafee located?
Gokula Mafee village is located in Utraula Tehsil, Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gokula Mafee?
The Gram Panchayat of Gokula Mafee is Terahwa Ahema.
What is the pincode of Gokula Mafee?
The pincode of Gokula Mafee is 271306.
What is the population of Gokula Mafee?
Gokula Mafee has a total population of 563, including 289 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Gokula Mafee?
There are 72 households in Gokula Mafee.
What is the literacy rate in Gokula Mafee?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gokula Mafee is 46.36%. Male literacy is 54.33% and female literacy is 37.96%.