Gokul - Mori, Uttarkashi
Gokul is a village situated in the Mori tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 64 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mori and around 214 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Gokul village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gokul is 040195. The village covers a total geographical area of 104.55 hectares and falls under the 249128 pincode. Rohadoo is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Gokul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gokul
As per Census 2011, Gokul village has a total population of 199 people, consisting of 105 males and 94 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 130 literate and 69 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gokul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 199 | 105 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 42 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 130 | 82 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 23 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Gokul
Gokul 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 Gokul
Gokul is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Rohadoo to Gokul is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Gokul is about 214 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gokul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gokul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gokul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gokul 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Gokul
Where is Gokul located?
Gokul village is located in Mori Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gokul?
Gokul is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gokul?
The pincode of Gokul is 249128.
What is the population of Gokul?
Gokul has a total population of 199, including 105 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Gokul?
There are 35 households in Gokul.
What is the literacy rate in Gokul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gokul is 65.33%. Male literacy is 78.10% and female literacy is 51.06%.