Gokilpur - Meerganj, Bareilly
Gokilpur is a village situated in the Meerganj tehsil of Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Meerganj and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Bareilly. Bunchi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gokilpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gokilpur is 129538. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.42 hectares and falls under the 243505 pincode. Shishgarh is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Gokilpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Meerganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bareilly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gokilpur
As per Census 2011, Gokilpur village has a total population of 766 people, consisting of 410 males and 356 females. The village has 130 households and a sex ratio of 868 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 438 literate and 328 illiterate residents. Additionally, 519 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gokilpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 766 | 410 | 356 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 56 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 519 | 271 | 248 |
| Literate Population | 438 | 272 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 328 | 138 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Gokilpur
Gokilpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raghunathpur Urf Jagdish | South-East | 1.34 km |
| Dhakia | East | 1.43 km |
| Sahora | South-West | 1.60 km |
| Bunchi | North | 1.61 km |
| Abhupura Urf Jokhanpur | South-West | 1.75 km |
| Masla Khera | North-West | 1.97 km |
| Mirpur | South-East | 2.21 km |
| Bhurasi | West | 2.33 km |
| Dharmpura | South | 2.34 km |
| Jaferpur | North | 2.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gokilpur
Gokilpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Milak, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Shishgarh to Gokilpur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bareilly to Gokilpur is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gokilpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gokilpur 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 Gokilpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gokilpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gokilpur
Where is Gokilpur located?
Gokilpur village is located in Meerganj Tehsil, Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gokilpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gokilpur is Bunchi.
What is the pincode of Gokilpur?
The pincode of Gokilpur is 243505.
What is the population of Gokilpur?
Gokilpur has a total population of 766, including 410 males and 356 females.
How many households are there in Gokilpur?
There are 130 households in Gokilpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gokilpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gokilpur is 57.18%. Male literacy is 66.34% and female literacy is 46.63%.