Gohka
Gohka is a village located in Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Machhlishahr (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Gohka village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gohka unique in its vibrant Machhlishahr-Jaunpur region. You’ll see Gohka’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gohka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gohka is 201501. The village spans a total geographical area of 260.01 hectares. Machhlishahr is nearest town to Gohka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Gohka
Population of Gohka
According to the 2011 Census, Gohka has a total population of about 2,166, with approximately 1,055 males and 1,111 females. The sex ratio is around 1053 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 298 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 654 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.02%, with male literacy at about 66.73% and female literacy near 41.94%. There are around 318 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gohka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,166 | 1,055 | 1,111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 298 | 162 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 654 | 312 | 342 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,170 | 704 | 466 |
| Illiterate Population | 996 | 351 | 645 |
Connectivity of Gohka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gohka. As per the 2011 stats, Gohka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Gohka
Knowing the nearby villages of Gohka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gohka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gohka
- Where is Gohka located?
- Gohka village is situated in Machhlishahr Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gohka?
- Gohka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gohka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gohka is 2,166, with 1,055 males and 1,111 females.
- How many households are there in Gohka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gohka village has a total of 318 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gohka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gohka is 54.02%. The male literacy rate is 66.73%, while the female literacy rate is 41.94%.