Gokulnagar
Gokulnagar is a village located in Mandirbazar subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.1km away from sub-district headquarter Mandirbazar (tehsildar office) and 55.3km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Chandpur is the gram panchayat of Gokulnagar village.
Here you can discover what makes Gokulnagar unique in its vibrant Mandirbazar-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Gokulnagar’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 Gokulnagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gokulnagar is 334761. The village spans a total geographical area of 57.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743395. Jaynagar is nearest town to Gokulnagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
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Population of Gokulnagar
According to the 2011 Census, Gokulnagar has a total population of about 1,119, with approximately 609 males and 510 females. The sex ratio is around 837 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 96 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 841 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.68%, with male literacy at about 84.07% and female literacy near 67.84%. There are around 246 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gokulnagar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,119 | 609 | 510 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 50 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 841 | 458 | 383 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 858 | 512 | 346 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 97 | 164 |
Connectivity of Gokulnagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gokulnagar. As per the 2011 stats, Gokulnagar 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gokulnagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Gokulnagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gokulnagar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gokulnagar
- Where is Gokulnagar located?
- Gokulnagar village is situated in Mandirbazar Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gokulnagar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gokulnagar is Chandpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gokulnagar?
- The pincode of Gokulnagar is 743395, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gokulnagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gokulnagar is 1,119, with 609 males and 510 females.
- How many households are there in Gokulnagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gokulnagar village has a total of 246 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gokulnagar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gokulnagar is 76.68%. The male literacy rate is 84.07%, while the female literacy rate is 67.84%.