Gokulpur - Sakaldiha, Chandauli
Gokulpur is a village situated in the Sakaldiha tehsil of Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakaldiha and around 4 km from the district headquarters in Chandauli. Amara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gokulpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gokulpur is 207246. The village covers a total geographical area of 7.47 hectares and falls under the 232104 pincode. Chandauli is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
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 Sakaldiha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandauli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gokulpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gokulpur village had a total population of 446 people, including 229 males and 217 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.51%, with male literacy at 92.19% and female literacy at 65.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 446 | 229 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 37 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 295 | 177 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 52 | 99 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Gokulpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandauli to Gokulpur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Gokulpur
Where is Gokulpur located?
Gokulpur village is located in Sakaldiha Tehsil, Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gokulpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gokulpur is Amara.
What is the pincode of Gokulpur?
The pincode of Gokulpur is 232104.
What is the population of Gokulpur?
Gokulpur had a total population of 446, including 229 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Gokulpur?
Gokulpur had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gokulpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gokulpur was 79.51%. Male literacy was 92.19% and female literacy was 65.92%.