Gokunda
Gokunda is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Gokunda unique in its vibrant Dinhata I-Koch Bihar region. You’ll see Gokunda’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 Gokunda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gokunda is 308548. The village spans a total geographical area of 74.85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736135. Dinhata is nearest town to Gokunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gokunda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sitai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Coochbehar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gokunda
Population of Gokunda
According to the 2011 Census, Gokunda has a total population of about 1,225, with approximately 613 males and 612 females. The sex ratio is around 998 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 161 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 252 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.16%, with male literacy at about 72.10% and female literacy near 64.22%. There are around 309 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gokunda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,225 | 613 | 612 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 78 | 83 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 252 | 127 | 125 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 835 | 442 | 393 |
Illiterate Population | 390 | 171 | 219 |
Connectivity of Gokunda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gokunda. As per the 2011 stats, Gokunda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gokunda
Knowing the nearby villages of Gokunda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gokunda.
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%.