Gokarna
Gokarna is a village located in Kandi subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Kandi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Gokarna village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Gokarna I is the gram panchayat of Gokarna village.
Here you can discover what makes Gokarna unique in its vibrant Kandi-Murshidabad region. You’ll see Gokarna’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 Gokarna
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gokarna is 315230. The village spans a total geographical area of 1393.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 742136. Kandi is nearest town to Gokarna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Gokarna
Population of Gokarna
According to the 2011 Census, Gokarna has a total population of about 16,198, with approximately 8,293 males and 7,905 females. The sex ratio is around 953 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,919 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3,031 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 390. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.35%, with male literacy at about 63.28% and female literacy near 53.18%. There are around 3,720 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gokarna's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,198 | 8,293 | 7,905 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,919 | 979 | 940 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,031 | 1,541 | 1,490 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 390 | 189 | 201 |
| Literate Population | 9,452 | 5,248 | 4,204 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,746 | 3,045 | 3,701 |
Connectivity of Gokarna
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gokarna. As per the 2011 stats, Gokarna had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gokarna
Knowing the nearby villages of Gokarna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gokarna.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gokarna
- Where is Gokarna located?
- Gokarna village is situated in Kandi Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gokarna?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gokarna is Gokarna I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gokarna?
- The pincode of Gokarna is 742136, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gokarna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gokarna is 16,198, with 8,293 males and 7,905 females.
- How many households are there in Gokarna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gokarna village has a total of 3,720 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gokarna as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gokarna is 58.35%. The male literacy rate is 63.28%, while the female literacy rate is 53.18%.