Gokulpur

Gokulpur is a village located in Jhargram subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Jhargram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Gokulpur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Chandri is the gram panchayat of Gokulpur village.

Gokulpur has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur 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 Gokulpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gokulpur is 339963. The village spans a total geographical area of 86.06 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721507. Jhargram is nearest town to Gokulpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.

When it comes to local governance, Gokulpur 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 Gopiballavpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jhargram 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 Gokulpur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 191 90 101
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 27 13 14
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 189 88 101
Literate Population 118 68 50
Illiterate Population 73 22 51

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

  • The total population of Gokulpur village is around 191, including approximately 90 males and 101 females, with a sex ratio of 1122 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 27 children aged 0–6 years in Gokulpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gokulpur village has 189 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gokulpur village is about 61.78%, with male literacy at 75.56% and female literacy at 49.50%.
  • There are around 46 households in Gokulpur village.

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 10+ 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.

Buribandh Gundur Ghura Gurgurisol Dhenk Bahara Dahi Juri Gola Ghutia Bhandari Kata Shirish Bani Matihana Jhikra Netura

Frequently Asked Questions about Gokulpur

Where is Gokulpur located?
Gokulpur village is situated in Jhargram Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gokulpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gokulpur is Chandri (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 721507, 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 191, with 90 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Gokulpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gokulpur village has a total of 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gokulpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gokulpur is 61.78%. The male literacy rate is 75.56%, while the female literacy rate is 49.50%.