Gokul - Harraiya, Basti
Gokul is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. Madna Majha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gokul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gokul is 179985. The village covers a total geographical area of 134.8 hectares and falls under the 272131 pincode. Basti is the nearest town.
Gokul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gokul
According to the 2011 Census, Gokul village had a total population of 211 people, including 121 males and 90 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 744 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.07%, with male literacy at 48.31% and female literacy at 35.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 52.
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 | 211 | 121 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 29 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 87 | 57 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 64 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Gokul
Gokul 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 Gokul
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gokul.
| 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 | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Gokul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gokul 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 Gokul
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 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 Gokul
Where is Gokul located?
Gokul village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gokul?
The Gram Panchayat of Gokul is Madna Majha.
What is the pincode of Gokul?
The pincode of Gokul is 272131.
What is the population of Gokul?
Gokul had a total population of 211, including 121 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Gokul?
Gokul had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gokul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gokul was 43.07%. Male literacy was 48.31% and female literacy was 35.71%.