Gokulpur

Gokulpur is a village located in Potashpur I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Amarshi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Gokulpur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Gokulpur village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Gokulpur unique in its vibrant Potashpur I-Purba 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 344932. The village spans a total geographical area of 808.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721439. Egra is nearest town to Gokulpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.

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Population of Gokulpur

According to the 2011 Census, Gokulpur has a total population of about 5,967, with approximately 3,027 males and 2,940 females. The sex ratio is around 971 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 693 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,741 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.11%, with male literacy at about 78.76% and female literacy near 63.23%. There are around 1,497 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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 5,967 3,027 2,940
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 693 326 367
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2,741 1,392 1,349
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 N/A 1
Literate Population 4,243 2,384 1,859
Illiterate Population 1,724 643 1,081

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 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 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 Potashpur I Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gokulpur?
Gokulpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Gokulpur?
The pincode of Gokulpur is 721439, 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 5,967, with 3,027 males and 2,940 females.
How many households are there in Gokulpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gokulpur village has a total of 1,497 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gokulpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gokulpur is 71.11%. The male literacy rate is 78.76%, while the female literacy rate is 63.23%.