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.

Gakulpur 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 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.

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Population of Gakulpur

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

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

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

  • The total population of Gakulpur village is around 266, including approximately 133 males and 133 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 34 children aged 0–6 years in Gakulpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gakulpur village has 169 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gakulpur village is about 64.66%, with male literacy at 74.44% and female literacy at 54.89%.
  • There are around 50 households in Gakulpur village.

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.

Sitanathpur Baragada Palaibani Durgadaspur Banshkona Kalabere Katalkuli Bhurruchati Lengtisol Bagbasa Saraswatipur

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%.