Gokulpur
About Gokulpur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gokulpur village is 310723. Gokulpur village is located in Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 24.9km away from sub-district headquarter Gangarampur (tehsildar office) and 39.5km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Ashokegram is the gram panchayat of Gokulpur village.
The total geographical area of village is 417.85 hectares. Gokulpur has a total population of 2,153 peoples, out of which male population is 1,098 while female population is 1,055. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 960 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gokulpur village is 66.51% out of which 69.31% males and 63.60% females are literate. There are about 508 houses in gokulpur village. Pincode of gokulpur village locality is 733124.
When it comes to administration, Gokulpur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gokulpur village comes under Kumarganj Vidhan Sabha constituency & Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency. Gangarampur is nearest town to gokulpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
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Population of Gokulpur
The population details of Gokulpur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,153 | 1,098 | 1,055 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 338 | 180 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 234 | 111 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 1,432 | 761 | 671 |
| Illiterate Population | 721 | 337 | 384 |
Connectivity of Gokulpur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gokulpur
Where is Gokulpur located?
Gokulpur village is situated in Gangarampur Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gokulpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gokulpur is Ashokegram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gokulpur?
The pincode of Gokulpur is 733124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gokulpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gokulpur is 2,153, with 1,098 males and 1,055 females.
How many households are there in Gokulpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gokulpur village has a total of 508 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gokulpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gokulpur is 66.51%. The male literacy rate is 69.31%, while the female literacy rate is 63.60%.