Gakulpur

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

Here you can discover what makes Gakulpur unique in its vibrant Salbani-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Gakulpur’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 Gakulpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gakulpur is 338989. The village spans a total geographical area of 25.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721147. Midnapur is nearest town to Gakulpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

As per 2019 stats, Gakulpur village comes under Medinipur assembly & parliamentary constituency.

Google Map of Gakulpur

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Population of Gakulpur

According to the 2011 Census, Gakulpur has a total population of about 266, with approximately 133 males and 133 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 34 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 169. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.66%, with male literacy at about 74.44% and female literacy near 54.89%. There are around 50 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gakulpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 266 133 133
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 34 18 16
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 169 84 85
Literate Population 172 99 73
Illiterate Population 94 34 60

Connectivity of Gakulpur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gakulpur. As per the 2011 stats, Gakulpur 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 Gakulpur

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Gakulpur

Where is Gakulpur located?
Gakulpur village is situated in Salbani Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gakulpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gakulpur is Kashijora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gakulpur?
The pincode of Gakulpur is 721147, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gakulpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gakulpur is 266, with 133 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Gakulpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gakulpur village has a total of 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gakulpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gakulpur is 64.66%. The male literacy rate is 74.44%, while the female literacy rate is 54.89%.