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 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 Gokulpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gokulpur village had a total population of 419 people, including 217 males and 202 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.02%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 63.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24.
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 | 419 | 217 | 202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 33 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 8 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 419, including 217 males and 202 females.
How many households are there in Gokulpur?
Gokulpur had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gokulpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gokulpur was 69.02%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 63.04%.