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
According to the 2011 Census, Gokilpur village had a total population of 766 people, including 410 males and 356 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 868 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.77%, with male literacy at 76.84% and female literacy at 54.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 519.
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 | 766 | 410 | 356 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 56 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 519 | 271 | 248 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 766, including 410 males and 356 females.
How many households are there in Gokilpur?
Gokilpur had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gokilpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gokilpur was 66.77%. Male literacy was 76.84% and female literacy was 54.97%.