Gokulpur
Gokulpur is a village located in Swarupnagar subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.8km away from sub-district headquarter Swarupnagar (tehsildar office) and 46.9km away from district headquarter Barasat. As per 2009 stats, Bankra Gokulpur is the gram panchayat of Gokulpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Gokulpur unique in its vibrant Swarupnagar-North Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Gokulpur’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 Gokulpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gokulpur is 322816. The village spans a total geographical area of 576.68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743286. Basirhat is nearest town to Gokulpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Gokulpur
Population of Gokulpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gokulpur has a total population of about 6,638, with approximately 3,413 males and 3,225 females. The sex ratio is around 944 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 651 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,645 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 7. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.89%, with male literacy at about 77.44% and female literacy near 70.14%. There are around 1,581 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gokulpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Gokulpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gokulpur. As per the 2011 stats, Gokulpur 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gokulpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Gokulpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gokulpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gokulpur
- Where is Gokulpur located?
- Gokulpur village is situated in Swarupnagar Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gokulpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gokulpur is Bankra Gokulpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gokulpur?
- The pincode of Gokulpur is 743286, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gokulpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gokulpur is 6,638, with 3,413 males and 3,225 females.
- How many households are there in Gokulpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gokulpur village has a total of 1,581 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gokulpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gokulpur is 73.89%. The male literacy rate is 77.44%, while the female literacy rate is 70.14%.