Gokarni
Gokarni is a village located in Magrahat Ii subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.8km away from sub-district headquarter Magrahat (tehsildar office) and 37.8km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Gokarni village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gokarni unique in its vibrant Magrahat Ii-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Gokarni’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 Gokarni
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gokarni is 334082. The village spans a total geographical area of 481.93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743601. Baruipur is nearest town to Gokarni village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Gokarni
Population of Gokarni
According to the 2011 Census, Gokarni has a total population of about 8,022, with approximately 4,094 males and 3,928 females. The sex ratio is around 959 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,202 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,562 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.43%, with male literacy at about 66.78% and female literacy near 55.86%. There are around 1,551 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gokarni's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 8,022 | 4,094 | 3,928 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,202 | 608 | 594 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,562 | 1,343 | 1,219 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
Literate Population | 4,928 | 2,734 | 2,194 |
Illiterate Population | 3,094 | 1,360 | 1,734 |
Connectivity of Gokarni
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gokarni. As per the 2011 stats, Gokarni had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gokarni
Knowing the nearby villages of Gokarni helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gokarni.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gokarni
- Where is Gokarni located?
- Gokarni village is situated in Magrahat Ii Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gokarni?
- Gokarni serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gokarni?
- The pincode of Gokarni is 743601, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gokarni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gokarni is 8,022, with 4,094 males and 3,928 females.
- How many households are there in Gokarni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gokarni village has a total of 1,551 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gokarni as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gokarni is 61.43%. The male literacy rate is 66.78%, while the female literacy rate is 55.86%.