Gokulpur - Swarupnagar, North 24 Parganas
Gokulpur is a village situated in the Swarupnagar subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.8 km from Swarupnagar and around 46.9 km from Barasat. Bankra Gokulpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gokulpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gokulpur is 322816. The village covers a total geographical area of 576.68 hectares and falls under the 743247 pincode. Basirhat is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Gokulpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gokulpur
As per Census 2011, Gokulpur village has a total population of 6,638 people, consisting of 3,413 males and 3,225 females. The village has 1,581 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 651 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,905 literate and 1,733 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,645 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gokulpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,638 | 3,413 | 3,225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 651 | 331 | 320 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,645 | 844 | 801 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 4,905 | 2,643 | 2,262 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,733 | 770 | 963 |
Nearby Villages of Gokulpur
Gokulpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Galdaha | South-East | 1.24 km |
| Kulia | West | 1.66 km |
| Paschim Jaynagar | South | 1.89 km |
| Ramchandrapur | North-West | 2.27 km |
| Kabitpur | South | 2.63 km |
| Nabastia | South-West | 2.84 km |
| Chhota Bankra | South-East | 3.02 km |
| Masia | West | 3.36 km |
| Banglani | North | 3.50 km |
| Aturia | South-East | 3.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gokulpur
Gokulpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhyabla Halt, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basirhat to Gokulpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Gokulpur is about 46.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gokulpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gokulpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gokulpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gokulpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gokulpur
Where is Gokulpur located?
Gokulpur village is located in Swarupnagar Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gokulpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gokulpur is Bankra Gokulpur.
What is the pincode of Gokulpur?
The pincode of Gokulpur is 743247.
What is the population of Gokulpur?
Gokulpur has a total population of 6,638, including 3,413 males and 3,225 females.
How many households are there in Gokulpur?
There are 1,581 households in Gokulpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gokulpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gokulpur is 73.89%. Male literacy is 77.44% and female literacy is 70.14%.