Gokulpur - Harraiya, Basti
Gokulpur is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Chakohi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gokulpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gokulpur is 180123. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.18 hectares and falls under the 272131 pincode.
Gokulpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Gokulpur
As per Census 2011, Gokulpur village has a total population of 419 people, consisting of 217 males and 202 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 254 literate and 165 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gokulpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 419 | 217 | 202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 33 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 8 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 254 | 138 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 79 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Gokulpur
Gokulpur 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 Gokulpur
Gokulpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Basti to Gokulpur is about 30 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 Gokulpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gokulpur 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 Gokulpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gokulpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gokulpur
Where is Gokulpur located?
Gokulpur village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gokulpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gokulpur is Chakohi.
What is the pincode of Gokulpur?
The pincode of Gokulpur is 272131.
What is the population of Gokulpur?
Gokulpur has a total population of 419, including 217 males and 202 females.
How many households are there in Gokulpur?
There are 67 households in Gokulpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gokulpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gokulpur is 60.62%. Male literacy is 63.59% and female literacy is 57.43%.