Gokna

Gokna is a village located in Baduria subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 4.8km away from sub-district headquarter Baduria. Barasat is the district headquarter of Gokna village. As per 2009 stats, Jadurhati Dakshin is the gram panchayat of Gokna village.

Gokna has its own place in the vibrant North Twenty Four Parganas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Gokna

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gokna is 323469. The village spans a total geographical area of 408.64 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743293. Baduria is nearest town to Gokna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.

When it comes to local governance, Gokna 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 Baduria Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Basirhat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Gokna

Below is a concise population overview of Gokna as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 5,545 2,856 2,689
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 651 339 312
Scheduled Castes (SC) 640 317 323
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 15 10 5
Literate Population 3,709 2,023 1,686
Illiterate Population 1,836 833 1,003

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gokna village:

  • The total population of Gokna village is around 5,545, including approximately 2,856 males and 2,689 females, with a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 651 children aged 0–6 years in Gokna village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gokna village has 640 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 15 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gokna village is about 66.89%, with male literacy at 70.83% and female literacy at 62.70%.
  • There are around 1,287 households in Gokna village.

Connectivity of Gokna

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gokna. As per the 2011 stats, Gokna had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Gokna

Knowing the nearby villages of Gokna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gokna.

Frequently Asked Questions about Gokna

Where is Gokna located?
Gokna village is situated in Baduria Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gokna?
The Gram Panchayat of Gokna is Jadurhati Dakshin (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gokna?
The pincode of Gokna is 743293, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gokna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gokna is 5,545, with 2,856 males and 2,689 females.
How many households are there in Gokna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gokna village has a total of 1,287 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gokna as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gokna is 66.89%. The male literacy rate is 70.83%, while the female literacy rate is 62.70%.