Gokulpur - Varanasi Sadar, Varanasi
Gokulpur is a village situated in the Varanasi Sadar tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from Varanasi and around 23 km from Varanasi. Byashpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gokulpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gokulpur is 209631. The village covers a total geographical area of 17.07 hectares and falls under the 221002 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
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 Shivpur 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 219 people, including 121 males and 98 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 810 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.00%, with male literacy at 82.00% and female literacy at 49.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 173.
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 | 219 | 121 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 173 | 96 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 82 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 39 | 61 |
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
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Varanasi to Gokulpur is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Gokulpur
Where is Gokulpur located?
Gokulpur village is located in Varanasi Sadar Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gokulpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gokulpur is Byashpur.
What is the pincode of Gokulpur?
The pincode of Gokulpur is 221002.
What is the population of Gokulpur?
Gokulpur had a total population of 219, including 121 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Gokulpur?
Gokulpur had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gokulpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gokulpur was 68.00%. Male literacy was 82.00% and female literacy was 49.33%.