Gokulpur
Gokulpur is a village located in Dantan Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Dantan are the district & sub-district headquarters of Gokulpur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Saurikotbar is the gram panchayat of Gokulpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Gokulpur unique in its vibrant Dantan Ii-Paschim Medinipur 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 343963. The village spans a total geographical area of 20.23 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721443. Egra is nearest town to Gokulpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Gokulpur
Population of Gokulpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gokulpur has a total population of about 76, with approximately 35 males and 41 females. The sex ratio is around 1171 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 12 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 9 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.32%, with male literacy at about 80.00% and female literacy near 73.17%. There are around 15 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 | 76 | 35 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 2 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 28 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 7 | 11 |
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 <5 km distance |
| 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 Dantan Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gokulpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gokulpur is Saurikotbar (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 721443, 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 76, with 35 males and 41 females.
- How many households are there in Gokulpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gokulpur village has a total of 15 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gokulpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gokulpur is 76.32%. The male literacy rate is 80.00%, while the female literacy rate is 73.17%.