Gokunda
About Gokunda
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gokunda village is 308548. Gokunda village is located in Dinhata I subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.9km away from sub-district headquarter Dinhata (tehsildar office) and 31.5km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Okrabari is the gram panchayat of Gokunda village.
The total geographical area of village is 74.85 hectares. Gokunda has a total population of 1,225 peoples, out of which male population is 613 while female population is 612. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 998 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gokunda village is 68.16% out of which 72.10% males and 64.22% females are literate. There are about 309 houses in gokunda village. Pincode of gokunda village locality is 736135.
When it comes to administration, Gokunda 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, Gokunda village comes under Sitai Vidhan Sabha constituency & Coochbehar Lok Sabha constituency. Dinhata is nearest town to gokunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Gokunda
The population details of Gokunda 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 | 1,225 | 613 | 612 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 161 | 78 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 252 | 127 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 835 | 442 | 393 |
| Illiterate Population | 390 | 171 | 219 |
Connectivity of Gokunda
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gokunda
Where is Gokunda located?
Gokunda village is situated in Dinhata I Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gokunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gokunda is Okrabari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gokunda?
The pincode of Gokunda is 736135, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gokunda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gokunda is 1,225, with 613 males and 612 females.
How many households are there in Gokunda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gokunda village has a total of 309 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gokunda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gokunda is 68.16%. The male literacy rate is 72.10%, while the female literacy rate is 64.22%.