Gopavaram - Musunuru, Eluru
Gopavaram is a village situated in the Musunuru mandal of Eluru district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from Musunuru and around 92 km from Machilipatnam. Gopavaram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopavaram is 589043. The village covers a total geographical area of 1566 hectares and falls under the 521207 pincode. Nuzvid is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Gopavaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gopavaram
As per Census 2011, Gopavaram village has a total population of 6,252 people, consisting of 3,186 males and 3,066 females. The village has 1,697 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 588 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,027 literate and 2,225 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,844 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 69 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopavaram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,252 | 3,186 | 3,066 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 588 | 300 | 288 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,844 | 922 | 922 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 39 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 4,027 | 2,139 | 1,888 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,225 | 1,047 | 1,178 |
Nearby Villages of Gopavaram
Gopavaram is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Balive | East | 3.25 km |
| Ellapuram | North | 3.36 km |
| Nadupalle | North-East | 4.06 km |
| Rajampalem | North-East | 4.31 km |
| Mylavarapuvarigudem | East | 4.35 km |
| Musunuru | North-West | 4.41 km |
| Velpucherla | South-East | 4.41 km |
| Katrenipadu | South-West | 4.67 km |
| Chillaboyinapalle | South | 5.44 km |
| Vijayarai | East | 6.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gopavaram
Gopavaram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vatlur, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nuzvid to Gopavaram is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Gopavaram is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gopavaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gopavaram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gopavaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gopavaram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gopavaram
Where is Gopavaram located?
Gopavaram village is located in Musunuru Mandal, Eluru district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopavaram?
Gopavaram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gopavaram?
The pincode of Gopavaram is 521207.
What is the population of Gopavaram?
Gopavaram has a total population of 6,252, including 3,186 males and 3,066 females.
How many households are there in Gopavaram?
There are 1,697 households in Gopavaram.
What is the literacy rate in Gopavaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopavaram is 64.41%. Male literacy is 67.14% and female literacy is 61.58%.