Goke
Goke is a village located in Darjeeling Pulbazar subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Darjeeling. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Goke village. As per 2009 stats, Goke I is the gram panchayat of Goke village.
Here you can discover what makes Goke unique in its vibrant Darjeeling Pulbazar-Darjiling region. You’ll see Goke’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 Goke
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Goke is 306162. The village spans a total geographical area of 1856.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 734201. Darjeeling is nearest town to Goke village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 52km away.
Google Map of Goke
Population of Goke
According to the 2011 Census, Goke has a total population of about 9,100, with approximately 4,664 males and 4,436 females. The sex ratio is around 951 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,101 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 646 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,125. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.23%, with male literacy at about 75.36% and female literacy near 64.83%. There are around 1,826 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Goke's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,100 | 4,664 | 4,436 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,101 | 592 | 509 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 646 | 342 | 304 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,125 | 1,101 | 1,024 |
| Literate Population | 6,391 | 3,515 | 2,876 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,709 | 1,149 | 1,560 |
Connectivity of Goke
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Goke. As per the 2011 stats, Goke had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Goke
Knowing the nearby villages of Goke helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Goke.
Frequently Asked Questions about Goke
- Where is Goke located?
- Goke village is situated in Darjeeling Pulbazar Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Goke?
- The Gram Panchayat of Goke is Goke I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Goke?
- The pincode of Goke is 734201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Goke as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Goke is 9,100, with 4,664 males and 4,436 females.
- How many households are there in Goke as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Goke village has a total of 1,826 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Goke as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Goke is 70.23%. The male literacy rate is 75.36%, while the female literacy rate is 64.83%.