Gokulpur

Gokulpur is a village located in Bhangar I subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 28.7km away from sub-district headquarter Gobindapur (tehsildar office) and 38.5km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Bodra is the gram panchayat of Gokulpur village.

Gokulpur has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas 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 333680. The village spans a total geographical area of 64.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743507. Sonarpur is nearest town to Gokulpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km 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 Canning Purba Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jaynagar 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 852 444 408
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 117 63 54
Scheduled Castes (SC) 385 201 184
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 497 282 215
Illiterate Population 355 162 193

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

  • The total population of Gokulpur village is around 852, including approximately 444 males and 408 females, with a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 117 children aged 0–6 years in Gokulpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gokulpur village has 385 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gokulpur village is about 58.33%, with male literacy at 63.51% and female literacy at 52.70%.
  • There are around 175 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 <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.

Chandpur Santra Srirampur Khar Gachhi Pita Simulia Kanjdia Naora Noapara Bodra Harispur Badi

Frequently Asked Questions about Gokulpur

Where is Gokulpur located?
Gokulpur village is situated in Bhangar I Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gokulpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gokulpur is Bodra (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 743507, 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 852, with 444 males and 408 females.
How many households are there in Gokulpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gokulpur village has a total of 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gokulpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gokulpur is 58.33%. The male literacy rate is 63.51%, while the female literacy rate is 52.70%.