Gokalpur - Mankapur, Gonda
Gokalpur is a village situated in the Mankapur tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mankapur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Domabasti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gokalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gokalpur is 175767. The village covers a total geographical area of 26.64 hectares and falls under the 271302 pincode. Gonda is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Gokalpur 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 Gaura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gonda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gokalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gokalpur village had a total population of 217 people, including 125 males and 92 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 736 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.59%, with male literacy at 90.99% and female literacy at 73.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 217 | 125 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 101 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 24 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Gokalpur
Gokalpur 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 Gokalpur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Gokalpur. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Gokalpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Gonda to Gokalpur is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gokalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gokalpur 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 Gokalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gokalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gokalpur
Where is Gokalpur located?
Gokalpur village is located in Mankapur Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gokalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gokalpur is Domabasti.
What is the pincode of Gokalpur?
The pincode of Gokalpur is 271302.
What is the population of Gokalpur?
Gokalpur had a total population of 217, including 125 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Gokalpur?
Gokalpur had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gokalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gokalpur was 83.59%. Male literacy was 90.99% and female literacy was 73.81%.