Gokura
About Gokura
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gokura village is 308549. Gokura village is located in Dinhata I subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.5km 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 Gokura village.
The total geographical area of village is 39.63 hectares. Gokura has a total population of 426 peoples, out of which male population is 230 while female population is 196. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 852 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gokura village is 62.91% out of which 65.22% males and 60.20% females are literate. There are about 100 houses in gokura village. Pincode of gokura village locality is 736135.
When it comes to administration, Gokura 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, Gokura village comes under Sitai Vidhan Sabha constituency & Coochbehar Lok Sabha constituency. Dinhata is nearest town to gokura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Gokura
The population details of Gokura 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 | 426 | 230 | 196 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 57 | 33 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 160 | 88 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 268 | 150 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 80 | 78 |
Connectivity of Gokura
| 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 Gokura
Where is Gokura located?
Gokura village is situated in Dinhata I Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gokura?
The Gram Panchayat of Gokura is Okrabari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gokura?
The pincode of Gokura is 736135, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gokura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gokura is 426, with 230 males and 196 females.
How many households are there in Gokura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gokura village has a total of 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gokura as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gokura is 62.91%. The male literacy rate is 65.22%, while the female literacy rate is 60.20%.