Gokarna

Gokarna is a village located in Harirampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.2km away from sub-district headquarter Harirampur. Balurghat is the district headquarter of Gokarna village. As per 2009 stats, Gokarna village is also a gram panchayat.

Gokarna has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Dinajpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Gokarna

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gokarna is 311956. The village spans a total geographical area of 150.82 hectares. Raiganj is nearest town to Gokarna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Gokarna

Below is a concise population overview of Gokarna as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 931 470 461
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 125 64 61
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 559 311 248
Illiterate Population 372 159 213

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gokarna village:

  • The total population of Gokarna village is around 931, including approximately 470 males and 461 females, with a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 125 children aged 0–6 years in Gokarna village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Gokarna village is about 60.04%, with male literacy at 66.17% and female literacy at 53.80%.
  • There are around 230 households in Gokarna village.

Connectivity of Gokarna

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gokarna. As per the 2011 stats, Gokarna had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Gokarna

Knowing the nearby villages of Gokarna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gokarna.

Uddhabpur Baragram Abjalpur Fatepur Lahuchar Pinglu Baldu Chandipur Chahatpur Fasiabad Baje Chahatpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Gokarna

Where is Gokarna located?
Gokarna village is situated in Harirampur Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gokarna?
Gokarna serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Gokarna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gokarna is 931, with 470 males and 461 females.
How many households are there in Gokarna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gokarna village has a total of 230 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gokarna as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gokarna is 60.04%. The male literacy rate is 66.17%, while the female literacy rate is 53.80%.