Gokul Chak
Gokul Chak is a village located in Domkal subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Domkal are the district & sub-district headquarters of Gokul Chak village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Dhulauri is the gram panchayat of Gokul Chak village.
Here you can discover what makes Gokul Chak unique in its vibrant Domkal-Murshidabad region. You’ll see Gokul Chak’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 Gokul Chak
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gokul Chak is 314675. The village spans a total geographical area of 149.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 742303. Domkal is nearest town to Gokul Chak village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 48km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gokul Chak 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 Raninagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Murshidabad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gokul Chak
Population of Gokul Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Gokul Chak has a total population of about 2,283, with approximately 1,161 males and 1,122 females. The sex ratio is around 966 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 302 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 65 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 48.62%, with male literacy at about 48.84% and female literacy near 48.40%. There are around 527 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gokul Chak's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,283 | 1,161 | 1,122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 302 | 158 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 36 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,110 | 567 | 543 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,173 | 594 | 579 |
Connectivity of Gokul Chak
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gokul Chak. As per the 2011 stats, Gokul Chak had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gokul Chak
Knowing the nearby villages of Gokul Chak helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gokul Chak.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gokul Chak
- Where is Gokul Chak located?
- Gokul Chak village is situated in Domkal Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gokul Chak?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gokul Chak is Dhulauri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gokul Chak?
- The pincode of Gokul Chak is 742303, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gokul Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gokul Chak is 2,283, with 1,161 males and 1,122 females.
- How many households are there in Gokul Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gokul Chak village has a total of 527 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gokul Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gokul Chak is 48.62%. The male literacy rate is 48.84%, while the female literacy rate is 48.40%.